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Steam locomotive

Alco 4-6-2

Built by ALCo

Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Axle arrangement
2'C1' h2

Overview of the Alco 4-6-2

Explore the magnificent Alco 4-6-2 steam locomotive, a true icon of American railway engineering and power.

This impressive machine, built by ALCo, features the classic 4-6-2 wheel arrangement and operates on a standard gauge of 1435 mm.

It proudly served with distinguished operators including the Union Pacific Railroad and the United States Sugar Corporation, leaving a lasting legacy in railway history.

Its robust construction and distinct classification make it a remarkable piece for any rail enthusiast.

Alco 4-6-2 technical specifications

Value
Series4-6-2
Built byALCo
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement2'C1' h2
Whyte notation4-6-2
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Operators of the Alco 4-6-2

Railway companies that have operated the Alco 4-6-2, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Union Pacific RailroadUP 4-6-2United States
United States Sugar CorporationUSSC Alco 4-6-2United States

Alco 4-6-2 photos

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