PRR 6200, S-2, c. 1945         
Turbine. Here is an image of a photo by Allen Bauer of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6200, the S-2 (6-8-6) "Steam Turbine" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during September of 1944, rated at 6,900 horsepower, and retired in January of 1952 after barely eight years of experimental service. The name of the inquisitive youngster, the exact date, and the location are not recorded.
Date: 11/14/1945 Location: Chicago, IL   Map Show Chicago on a rail map Views: 602 Collection Of:   Thomas C. Ayers
Locomotives: PRR 6200(UNKNOWN)    Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
PRR 6200, S-2, c. 1945
Picture Categories: Steam This picture is part of album:  PRR: "Pennsylvania's Turbine Engine" ~ JAN 1945
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