12-27-2008, 10:04 PM
Hey Combat,
In case you're curious, the reason behind the "backward" design of the cab-forward locomotives was due to the Southern Pacific's numerous and long tunnels and snow sheds. The extended confined space made it difficult for the crew to breathe with the exhaust in the "normal" leading position...
It's amazing some of the very poor working conditions men put up with not 50-60 years ago...
Matt
In case you're curious, the reason behind the "backward" design of the cab-forward locomotives was due to the Southern Pacific's numerous and long tunnels and snow sheds. The extended confined space made it difficult for the crew to breathe with the exhaust in the "normal" leading position...
It's amazing some of the very poor working conditions men put up with not 50-60 years ago...
Matt
Matt Goodman
Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, Ohio