Thursday, September 27, 2012

Steam Locomotive "7470"


One of the main tourist attractions in North Conway, New Hampshire U.S., is the Conway Scenic Railroad; http://www.conwayscenic.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.welcome 

Although most train rides are powered by diesel locomotives, they do offer some excursions with a steam locomotive. While the website mentions the steam engine locomotive was built in Montreal, it does not mention that it had service with the Canadian National Railway. The words “Canadian National” are inscribed on the plaque with the number “7470” located below the light at the front of the engine. The ‘Canadian National’ logo, out of camera view, is located on the side of the coal-car attached to the locomotive. The fact that the steam locomotive did have some history, as it relates to prior service, could be some useful trivia for railroad enthusiasts, perhaps helping to add some sentimental connection with the past. 
 

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