English Electric 37/7

Built by English Electric, RSH

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Power output

1,305 kW

1,750 hp

Weight

120 t

264,554 lb

Length

18.75 m

61 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the English Electric 37/7

Discover the powerful BR 37/7 diesel locomotive, a versatile workhorse with a rich history in United Kingdom rail operations.

Originally built by English Electric and RSH, this iconic locomotive boasts a top speed of 140 km/h and a robust power output of 1305 kW.

With its substantial weight of 120 tonnes and a tractive effort of 276 kN, the 37/7 is built for demanding tasks on the 1435 mm standard gauge.

It has served various operators including British Railways Board, Europhoenix Locomotives, Rail Operations Group, and West Coast Railway Company, showcasing its enduring relevance in the rail industry.

English Electric 37/7 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR 37
Built by	English Electric, RSH
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Power output	1,305 kW1,750 hp	1,750 hp
Tractive effort	276 kN62,047 lbf	62,047 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	18.75 m61 ft 6 in	61 ft 6 in
Width	2.71 m8 ft 11 in	8 ft 11 in
Height	3.89 m12 ft 9 in	12 ft 9 in
Weight	120 t264,554 lb	264,554 lb

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Operators of the English Electric 37/7

Railway companies that have operated the 37/7, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
British Railways Board	BR 37/7	United Kingdom
Europhoenix Locomotives	EPUK 37/7	United Kingdom
Rail Operations Group	ROG 37/7	United Kingdom
West Coast Railway Company	WCRC 37/7	United Kingdom