EMD E7A

Built by EMD

Top speed

137 km/h

85 mph

Power output

1,490 kW

1,998 hp

Weight

143 t

315,261 lb

Length

22 m

72 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1945–1949

428 units

Overview of the EMD E7A

Discover the EMD E7A, a classic diesel locomotive that powered American railroads.

This iconic E7A model, built between 1945 and 1949, boasts a powerful 1490 kW output and a top speed of 137 km/h.

Its robust construction and significant weight of 143 tonnes showcase its enduring legacy.

The E7A served with distinguished operators such as the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad, Burlington Northern, Louisville and Nashville Railroad, and the Pennsylvania Railroad, contributing to the nation's vital transportation network.

With a length of 22 meters, a width of 3.21 meters, and a height of 4.55 meters, its dimensions are a testament to its operational capabilities.

EMD E7A technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	EMD · 1945–1949428 units
Top speed	137 km/h85 mph	85 mph
Power output	1,490 kW1,998 hp	1,998 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	(A1A)(A1A)
Length	22 m72 ft 2 in	72 ft 2 in
Width	3.21 m10 ft 6 in	10 ft 6 in
Height	4.55 m14 ft 11 in	14 ft 11 in
Weight	143 t315,261 lb	315,261 lb

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Operators of the EMD E7A

Railway companies that have operated the E7A, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Atlantic Coast Line Railroad	ACL E7A	United States
Burlington Northern	BN E7A	United States
Louisville and Nashville Railroad	L&N E7A	United States
Pennsylvania Railroad	PRR E7A	United States