Friday, January 5, 2024

CPR Steam Snaps: 2925, 3000, 3002

 Here are more photos from a collection I bought decades ago.

The backs of the prints are reproduced below each photo.


On the map below:
My guess ... is that the train is operating south-west from Peterborough on the CPR track toward Byersville.
The CNR lines (perpendicular at the diamond) lead to Crawford Grove and Downer Corners.

Peterborough 1932 topographical map
from: Historical Topographic Map Digitization Project https://ocul.on.ca/topomaps/collection/

Built CLC 1938. Scrapped 1957.

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Toronto topographic map 1949
from: Historical Topographic Map Digitization Project https://ocul.on.ca/topomaps/collection/

Built CLC 1938. Scrapped 1957.

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To help you differentiate between the two classes, the data sheets from this book are reproduced.
Compare the pilots, driving wheel location ... and main rod connection (in photos).






With the drivers chocked, the cab stairway with its light, and the August 1936 date ...
this must be a publicity tour for the new class of engines (and new cars).

Built MLW August 1936. Scrapped 1958.

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Built MLW August 1936. Scrapped 1958.

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Built MLW August 1936. Scrapped 1958.

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Built MLW 1936. Scrapped 1957.