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NICKEL PLATE ROAD STEAM LOCOMOTIVE NO. 765

Historic steam locomotive no. 765 is a high-stepping, fourteen-wheeled, time machine that stands 15 feet tall, weighs 404 tons and can go over 70 miles an hour. It was one of famous class of steam locomotives called the Berkshire, one known for its “superpower” technology and aesthetic charm.

STATS

Serial Number

8673

Builder

Lima Locomotive Works

Type

Berkshire · , S-2 Class

Wheel arrangement

2-8-4

Height

15ft, 8in

Weight

404 tons

Length

100ft

Horsepower

4500

Boiler Pressure

245lbs

Maximum Speed

80MPH

For the wonderful story of this engine, see here:

https://fortwaynerailroad.org/nickel-plate-road-no-765

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