F7-B Specifications

Locos 1503

Built by EMD
Dates built Dec. 1952
Purchased from EMD
Placed in service Jan. 1953
Wheels 40"
Journals 6 1/2" x 12"
Max RPM 800
Idling RPM 275
Cylinders 16
Bore 8 1/2"
Stroke 10"
Wt. on drivers 244,500
Air brakes 6 BLC
Air compressor WXE-8035
Gear ratio 62:15
Max speed 65 MPH
Max curve 23 degrees
Lube oil 200 gal
Fuel 1500 gal
Cooling water 235 gal
Sand 16 cu ft
Max width 10'-8"
Max height 15'-9 1/2"
Max length 50'
Horsepower 1500

 

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The information on this page was last updated September 24, 1998