Walthers Mainline 910-11402 HO Scale EMD F7 A Standard DC BLE #717A

The Walthers Mainline 910-11402 HO Scale EMD F7 A Standard DC Bessemer & Lake Erie #717A brings classic first-generation diesel power to your HO roster with accurate F7 contours, crisp BLE graphics, and a heavy die-cast chassis for dependable pulling strength. Introduced in 1949 as railroads rapidly dieselized, the F7 became one of the most iconic locomotives in North America, equally at home in freight and passenger service. This BLE unit captures that era with factory-installed handrails, sharp lettering, and a durable mechanism ready for long consists on modern layouts.

Powered by the same proven drive used in WalthersProto locomotives, this F7A includes a five-pole skew-wound motor, helical-cut gears for quiet operation, dual machined brass flywheels for smooth momentum, and all-wheel drive and electrical pickup for reliable performance. A 21-pin DCC plug makes decoder installation simple, while LED Mars light and headlight functions enhance realism. Built for reliability and ease of use, this locomotive is ready for immediate service on any HO railroad.

- Scale: HO
- Manufacturer: Walthers Mainline
- Model: EMD F7 A
- Roadname/Number: Bessemer & Lake Erie #717A
- Version: Standard DC (ready-to-run)
- Drive: Five-pole skew-wound motor
- Gearing: 14:1 helical-cut gears
- Momentum: Dual machined brass flywheels
- Chassis: Heavy die-cast metal chassis
- Pickup: All-wheel electrical pickup and drive
- DCC-ready: 21-pin plug for easy decoder installation
- Lighting: LED Mars light (upper) and headlight (lower)
- Wheels: RP-25 metal wheels
- Couplers: Proto MAX metal knuckle couplers
- Detail: Factory-installed handrails and BLE paint scheme
- Recommended Age: 14+