Laclede Christy #2 - St. Louis, MO
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Wampa-One
N 38° 34.345 W 090° 27.725
15S E 721095 N 4272383
Small locomotive located at the Museum of Transportation in Kirkwood, MO
Waymark Code: WM5BTM
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 12/14/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member S5280ft
Views: 13

#2 Laclede Christy - 1907
0-4-0T Four wheel switcher built by Davenport Locomotive Works, it is a coal burning, narrow gauge (30") saddle tank locomotive (it carried its water and fuel on the engine so it did not need a tender) that was used at the Laclede Christy Company in St. Louis to move car loads of clay to the plant. Donated in 1952 by the Laclede Christy Company.
Locomotive Type: (required): Steam

If "other" what is the engine type? (optional):
steam


Do you need to pay an entrance fee to view this locomotive? (required): No

If a fee is required what is the approximate cost for admittance? (optional):
Although on the museum grounds, this locomotive is just inside the gate and can be viewed without paying admission to the museum. Museum hours still apply, though.


How accessible is this locomotive display? (Required): Cab access is allowed.

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