Train Basics Ask Trains What’s behind those doors?

What’s behind those doors?

By Nastassia Putz | February 25, 2022

It's the MU receptacles behind these doors

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Cody Grivno explains what the two little doors on each side of the headlight on an F7 or F9 nose are. He also explains what the MU receptacles (behind the doors) are used for. Do you want to know more about the details on diesel locomotives? Or would you like more information about model railroading? Send us an email: AskTrains@trains.com

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