Bob,
If I remember correctly the MKT camelbacks were inspection engines in the
teens. When the new Katy president came from the NYC he brought his inspection
engine with him and then had another one or two done. These Camelbacks actually
had a comfort cab compartment that seated several so the "bigwigs" could
inspect the railroad ahead. Hard times on the Katy demanded that the
locomotives be rebuilt for revenue service so they only lasted short time.
Billy Click
On Aug 12, 2011, at 9:52 AM, Bob Werre wrote:
> Tom,
>
> I wouldn't put money on it, but I recall something about the MKT trying
> a camelback. I have no idea or any information about it, since the hard
> coal wasn't commonly available around it's territory and the MKT
> commonly used oil to fire their engines. It might be worthwhile to do a
> little research when you want to waste some time. On the other hand you
> could be the first to actually run a camelback on MKT trackage in
> Missouri and amaze you friends!
>
> Perhaps one of our MKT fans--Billy Click could shed some light on that.
>
>
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