Michael Petersen photo
Unit Detail
| Model | GP8 |
| Built | Apr 1953 (EMD) |
| Rebuilt | Dec 1969 |
| Horsepower | 1600 |
| Frame # | 6496-12 |
| Builders # | 17738 |
| IAIS Acquired | Jan 1985 |
| IAIS Paint | Jul 1987 |
IAIS 479 HISTORY
| Rept Marks | From | To | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| DBGX 479 | ??? | Present | Switcher in Dimmitt, TX |
| IAIS 479 | 1987 | Sep 1994 | Returned to Helm as part of 1994 power refinance |
| IAIS 7979 | Jan 1985 | 1987 | |
| ICG 7979 | Dec 1969 | Jan 1985 | Rebuilt to GP8 at Paducah and renumbered 7979 |
| IC 8979 | Apr 1953 | Dec 1969 | Built as GP7 |
Notes
- The unit is currently working for DeBruce Grain as their elevator switcher in Dimmitt, TX. It’s still in worn and faded IAIS paint but lacking lettering on the long hood and with a “DBG” on the cab side.
Standard Roster Shots
Front
Engineer’s Side
Engineer’s Side Front 3/4
Engineer’s Side Rear 3/4
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Conductor’s Side
Conductor’s Side Front 3/4
Conductor’s Side Rear 3/4
Rear
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Top
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Additional Roster / Detail Shots
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