Electro-Motive E-Units and F-Units: The Illustrated History of North America's Favorite Locomotives

by Brian Solomon

Blending automotive manufacturing and styling techniques with state-of-the-art diesel-electric technologies, General Motors’ Electro-Motive Division conceived and marketed America’s first commercially successful road the fabulous E-Units and F-Units. This illustrated companion to Voyageur Press’ Alco Locomotives (2009) and Baldwin Locomotives (2010) is the most comprehensive history of the most recognizable locomotives ever built. Beginning with 1937 debut of the fast and powerful E-Units designed for long-haul passenger service, author Brian Solomon treats readers to a wonderful array of archival imagery while explaining the impact the locomotives made on the locomotive market and the railroad industry.

Genres: Trains

160 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2011

Reviews

[M.J. Rodriguez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vintage cab diesels!

I learned a lot about the development of EMD E and F units from this book. I learned the history of the earliest streamliners and how they evolved from the Pioneer Zephyr to the E9 and F9. I also learned about the New Haven FL9, designed out of necessity in order to access Grand Central Station in NYC. A wonderful book for any diesel enthusiast!

[Carter Carr · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice narrative on E and F locomotives. Would like to have seen a few more interior shots and shop drawings.