04-02-2016, 06:49 PM
Gear locomotives wasn't made for fast running they was made for slow speeds over rough hastily laid temporary track that was built by the lumber company for hauling logs. Top speed was 10-15 mph downgrade and on level track or less going upgrade.
The reason the CCI double headed was due to the grade versus tonnage and pulling force of the CCI engines.
The reason the CCI double headed was due to the grade versus tonnage and pulling force of the CCI engines.
Larry
Engineman
Summerset Ry
Make Safety your first thought, Not your last! Safety First!
Engineman
Summerset Ry
Make Safety your first thought, Not your last! Safety First!