West Trenton NJ New Jersey Reading Railway System FP-7A Unit 903 Postcard

A high-quality postcard featuring the Reading FP-7A Unit 903, capturing its historic significance and detailed design. Ideal for collectors or railway enthusiasts.

• Standard postcard size
• Printed in 1996 by Mary Jayne's Railroad Specialties, Inc.
• Image credited to George W. Hamlin
• Features historic train from 1950 Reading Railway System

Good condition, minimal signs of wear or use.
Measurements: 3.5 x 5.5 inches (standard postcard dimensions).
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The image shows two Reading Company EMD FP7 diesel locomotives, specifically numbers 902 and 903, pulling a passenger train.
These were among the first six FP7 units ordered by the Reading Railroad in March 1950 to replace steam locomotives in passenger service.
The FP7 model was four feet longer than the F7 to accommodate a steam generator for heating passenger cars.
The two units were inherited by SEPTA in 1974 and operated in commuter service until they were retired in 1981.
After being purchased by the National Railway Historical Society in 1983, both locomotives were restored and are now preserved and occasionally operate on heritage railroads.

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