| Title: |
BAR 2-8-0 #181 - Bangor & Aroostook |
| Description: |
Although not marked, this appears to be an original photo taken shortly after the 1914 Alco-Schenectady 2-8-0 Consolidation was built. The class G locos built between 1914-1916 were all superheated in 1918 by the BAR shops. Specs after superheating - 57" drivers, 225 psi boiler pressure, 23x30" cylinders, engine weight of 222,000 lb, tractive effort of 44,500 lb. After over 40 years of service, all 16 class G locos was retired between 1947-51. Unknown photographer and no location listed. |
| Photo Date: |
9/1/1939 Upload Date: 1/4/2018 6:59:58 AM |
| Location: |
Unknown, ME |
| Author: |
Gary Everhart |
| Categories: |
Roster,Yard,Steam |
| Locomotives: |
BAR 181(2-8-0) |
| Views: |
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