PRR 5474, K-4S, 1947         
Coal Power. Here is an original photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Englewood, Illinois, on 20 July 1947. Shown here (R to L) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #5474 and #5399. Both are K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics." #5474 was built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during March of 1927 and retired in May of 1948, while #5399 was constructed in Juniata in August of 1924 and retired in November of 1953. Many thanks to Mr. Robert Hess for identifying the latter locomotive.
Date: 7/20/1947 Location: Englewood, IL   Map Show Englewood on a rail map Views: 729 Collection Of:   Thomas C. Ayers
Locomotives: PRR 5474(4-6-2) PRR 5399(4-6-2)    Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
PRR 5474, K-4S, 1947
Picture Categories: Station,Steam,Passenger This picture is part of album:  PRR: Pennsy Coal Power ~ 1900-1968
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Robert Hess General The second engine is K4s No. 5399, equipped with oscillating cam poppet valves replacing the Walschaert valve gear. The engine also has a front end throttle and valences fitted along the outside of the running boards. 10/15/2020 9:37:15 PM

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