Santa Fe #3423 - Temple, TX
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Free2bme29
N 31° 05.752 W 097° 20.776
14R E 657727 N 3441402
This locomotive was built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in 1921 and now is on display at the Santa Fe Depot in Temple.
Waymark Code: WM8RK0
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 05/07/2010
Views: 10
This Pacific 4-6-2 was built as a passenger locomotive. "She" ran several routes across the U.S. but spent most of her time in Texas. This engine was in service until 1952. This steam engine burned fuel oil, not coal.
Some interesting facts from the sign by the engine -
Length of engine: 48 feet, 4 inches
Height of engine: 15 feet, 8 inches
Weight of engine: 319,000 pounds
Locomotive Type: (required): Steam
Do you need to pay an entrance fee to view this locomotive? (required): No
How accessible is this locomotive display? (Required): Cab access is allowed.
If "other" what is the engine type? (optional): Not listed
If a fee is required what is the approximate cost for admittance? (optional): Not listed
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