Baltimore & Ohio RR 2-8-8-4 #7602  Contributor's Pick!       
Like its other sister in the album, #7629, this massive 2-8-8-4 Yellowstone type locomotive was built by Baldwin in 1944. According to one source, B&O wanted more diesels but was stuck taking this due to the war limitations on engine construction. The class EM-1 unit sported 64" drivers, engine wt of a hefty 628,700 lb, developed 235 psi and had an overall engine+tender wheelbase of a whopping 112.5'. Max Miller was the photographer.
Date: 9/23/1954 Location: Rowlesburg, WV   Map Show Rowlesburg on a rail map Views: 1440 Collection Of:   Gary Everhart
Locomotives: BO 7602(2-8-8-4)    Author:  Gary Everhart
Baltimore & Ohio RR 2-8-8-4 #7602
Picture Categories: Roster,Steam This picture is part of album:  B&O STEAM ALBUM
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