Union Pacific #423 - Gering, NE
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hykesj
N 41° 49.783 W 103° 39.602
13T E 611269 N 4631737
After providing about 50 years of service, this 2-8-0 Consolidation was donated to the city of Gering, Nebraska in 1955 for display.
Waymark Code: WM18TEF
Location: Nebraska, United States
Date Posted: 09/23/2023
Views: 2
Carl Grey Park in Gering, NE, boasts picnic tables, shade trees, the Gering Senior Center, a small replica of the Statue of Liberty and this Union Pacific 2-8-0 steam locomotive. It was built by Baldwin in 1901, one of an order for 58 such locomotives. Originally numbered #1643, it was renumbered #423 in 1915. Fitted with 57” drive wheels, #423 saw both freight and passenger service.
#423 was one of nine consolidations donated by Union Pacific to different cities in Nebraska. Carl Grey Park is right across the street from the former Union Pacific depot in Gering.
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): Display is behind a fence, access is limited to viewing only.
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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