USAX MRS-1 #B2041 - US Arny  Contributor's Pick!       
As the answer to the US Army request for a multi-gauge locomotive"that could be used anywhere in the world, Alco built 83 units between 1953-54. With a beautiful mountain background, an unknown photographer caught this one at Hill Air Force base in Ogden, UT. Specs - V12, Alco244D prime mover, tractive effort of 30,700 lb, maximum speed of 70mph (110km/h)
Date: 3/25/1986 Location: Ogden, UT Views: 460 Collection Of:   Gary Everhart
Locomotives: USAX B2041(MRS-1)    Author:  Gary Everhart
USAX MRS-1 #B2041 - US Arny
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Robert Farkas General WOW! Now that is rare! 9/5/2016 11:33:56 PM

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