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Steam locomotive

Alco 2-8-0

Built by ALCo

Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge

Overview of the Alco 2-8-0

Discover the powerful Alco 2-8-0 steam locomotive, a testament to robust American engineering.

This classic locomotive, often referred to as a Consolidation type, features a 2-8-0 wheel arrangement, signifying two leading wheels, eight driving wheels, and no trailing wheels. This design made it a versatile workhorse, well-suited for freight and mixed traffic operations.

Built by the renowned Alco (American Locomotive Company), this steam engine has served in various capacities, including private ownership and with railways like the Black River & Western in the United States. Its standard gauge of 1435 mm further highlights its widespread application.

Experience the enduring legacy of steam power with this iconic Alco 2-8-0, a remarkable piece of railway history.

Alco 2-8-0 technical specifications

Value
Series2-8-0
Built byALCo
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in

Operators of the Alco 2-8-0

Railway companies that have operated the Alco 2-8-0, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Black River & WesternBRW 2-8-0United States
Private owners group@private-us 2-8-0United States

Alco 2-8-0 photos

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