GE B23-7

Built by GE

Power output

1,680 kW

2,253 hp

Length

18.95 m

62 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1977–1984

536 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the GE B23-7

Discover the GE B23-7, a powerful and reliable diesel locomotive that has been a workhorse across the United States.

Built by GE between 1977 and 1984 as part of the iconic Dash 7 family, this locomotive features a robust GE FDL-12 prime mover, delivering an impressive 1680 kW of power.

With its versatile Bo'Bo' axle configuration and standard 1435 mm gauge, the B23-7 has served a wide range of prominent railway companies, including the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway, BNSF Railway, and Union Pacific Railroad.

Explore the enduring legacy of this significant diesel locomotive through captivating imagery and learn about its operational history.

GE B23-7 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	GE B23-7
Family	Dash 7
Built by	GE · 1977–1984536 units
Power output	1,680 kW2,253 hp	2,253 hp
Prime mover	GE FDL-12
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	18.95 m62 ft 2 in	62 ft 2 in

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Operators of the GE B23-7

Railway companies that have operated the B23-7, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway	ATSF B23-7	United States
BNSF Railway	BNSF B23-7	United States
Conrail: Consolidated Rail Corporation	CR B23-7	United States
Finger Lakes Railway	FGLK B23-7	United States
Minnesota Commercial Railway	MNNR B23-7	United States
Missouri Pacific	MP B23-7	United States
Ohio Central Railroad System	OHCR B23-7SR	United States
Southern Pacific Transportation Company	SP B23-7	United States
Union Pacific Railroad	UP B23-7	United States