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Diesel locomotive

EMD TR4B

Built by EMD

Power output
895 kW
1,200 hp
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1949–1951
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the EMD TR4B

Discover the TR4B diesel locomotive, a reliable workhorse with a significant history in American railroading.

Originally built by EMD between 1949 and 1951, this Bo'Bo' classification locomotive features a powerful EMD 12-567A prime mover delivering 895 kW of power.

The TR4B, also known as the BRC TR4B, operated with the Belt Railway of Chicago, a testament to its enduring utility and performance.

With a standard gauge of 1435 mm, it was a common sight on the industrial lines of the United States, contributing to efficient freight operations.

This model represents a key phase in diesel locomotive development, embodying the robust engineering of its era.

Explore the specifications and legacy of this notable diesel locomotive, a piece of railway heritage.

EMD TR4B technical specifications

Value
SeriesSW7
Built byEMD · 1949–1951
Power output895 kW1,200 hp
Prime moverEMD 12-567A
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'

Operators of the EMD TR4B

Railway companies that have operated the TR4B, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Belt Railway of ChicagoBRC TR4BUnited States

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