03-06-2009, 07:52 PM
I think some also had blowers to bring in air but could be mistaken. As far as interesting facts are concerned , Steam locos were very hard on the rails. The side rods thrashing back and forth and cylinders moving them caused a right left motion which was detrimental to the track.
Les
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