Porter #4274 Steam Locomotive - Kent, CT - Locomotives on Waymarking.com

A Porter locomotive is adjacent to Route 7 and to the left of the entrance to the the Sloane-Stanley Museum. This locomotive was built in February 1909 and used by the Argent Lumber Co. It bears the number 4 on the front and sides.

Data for this locomotive was obtained from the Steam Locomotive website: (visit link)

Wheels: 2-8-0
Builder: H.K. Porter
Build Date: 02/1909
Construction No.: 4274
Empty Weight: 40,000
Weight on Drivers: 35,000
Driver Diameter: 30
Tractive Effort: 7,680
Boiler Pressure: 160
Cylinders: 11x14
Fuel: Coal
Gauge: 36"

The Sloane-Stanley Museum is operated by the Connecticut Antique Machinery Association and occupies the grounds adjacent to the locomotive. It contains a large collection of hand tools and industrial equipment and is open from early May until late October. The grounds are open all year around.

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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