| This sharp looking powerhouse gets a once over by a nattily clad individual while another gentleman climbs up to talk to the crew. Built by Bladwin in 1938, this "Western" type locomotive (Denver & Rio Grande Western preferred that label over the more common "Northern") exudes power and grace. Specifics - class M-68, 73" drivers, impressive 285 psi boiler pressure, 26x30" cylinders, engine weight of 479,360 lb, traqctive effort of 67,299 lb. All were scrapped by 1956. The date and locaiton were not given for this photo so arbitrary ones were used. G.M. Best photo |