EMD SD7

Built by EMD

Power output

1,120 kW

1,502 hp

Weight

140 t

308,647 lb

Length

18.66 m

61 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1952–1953

188 units

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the EMD SD7

Explore the robust EMD SD7 diesel locomotive, a powerful workhorse built by EMD between 1952 and 1953.

This classic locomotive features a 1435 mm gauge and measures 18.66 meters in length, with a substantial weight of 140 tons.

Powered by an EMD 16-567B prime mover, it delivers an output of 1120 kW, making it suitable for various heavy-duty tasks.

The SD7 has a distinguished service history, operating for prominent railroads in the United States such as Burlington Northern, Conrail, and Southern Pacific.

Discover the enduring legacy and capabilities of the EMD SD7.

EMD SD7 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	EMD · 1952–1953188 units
Power output	1,120 kW1,502 hp	1,502 hp
Prime mover	EMD 16-567B
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	18.66 m61 ft 3 in	61 ft 3 in
Height	4.69 m15 ft 5 in	15 ft 5 in
Weight	140 t308,647 lb	308,647 lb

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Operators of the EMD SD7

Railway companies that have operated the SD7, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Burlington Northern	BN SD7	United States
Conrail: Consolidated Rail Corporation	CR SD7	United States
Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad	DRGW SD7	United States
Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad	DRGW SD7	United States
Portland and Western Railroad	PNWR SD7R	United States
Southern Pacific Transportation Company	SP SD7R	United States