Title: |
CO 2-6-6-6 #1639 - Cheaspeake & Ohio |
Description: |
Here is another example of a Lima 2-6-6-6 Allegheny type steam locomotive for the Chesapeake & Ohio. #1639 was delivered in November of 1944 but sadly was pulled from service in the 1950's when diesel power replaced steam. Specs - 67" drivers, impressive 260 psi boiler pressure, 22.5 x 33" cylinders, engine wt of 724,500 lb, impressive tractive effort of 110,200 lb. |
Photo Date: |
8/2/1946 Upload Date: 7/14/2025 9:14:55 AM |
Location: |
Hinton, WV |
Author: |
Gary Everhart |
Categories: |
Roster,Steam |
Locomotives: |
CO 1639(2-6-6-6) |
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