Title: |
PRR 2-10-0 #4491 - Pennsylvnaia RR |
Description: |
Built by Baldiwn between 1922-23, this I1s class decapod was known for sheer power. Running on 62" drivers and developing a massive 250 psi boiler pressure for its 30.5"x32" diameter & stroke cylinders, this engine tipped the scales at 548,500 lb and delivered a whopping tractive effort of 102,027 lb. In 1930 , a majority of the class were rebuilt with with Type E superheater w/o feed water heaters. Note the fireman filling the tender from ther yard standpipe in this photo. No photographer listed. |
Photo Date: |
10/1/1950 Upload Date: 1/10/2014 5:15:08 AM |
Location: |
Watkins Glen, NY |
Author: |
Gary Everhart |
Categories: |
Roster,Steam,Action |
Locomotives: |
PRR 4491(2-10-0) |
Views: |
735 Comments: 4 |