Train Bell From T&P Train #715

Jefferson, TX
Train Bell From T&P Train #715

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Specifications

T&P T&P # 715
Class P-1b
Builder A-Richmond
Build Date 3-1923
Wheel Type 4-6-2
Cylinders 26 X 28
Drivewheel Dia. 73 in.
Boiler Pressure 200 psi
Grate Area 59.60 in²
Weight 295,000 lbs.
Tractive Force 44,200 lbs.
Service Passenger
Photo Credit The Grace Museum - The Portal to Texas History
Date March 10, 1976
Category Steam Engine

Description

Photograph of the bell from T&P train #715 on display in the Jefferson Court House Museum. Written below the image are "[sic] Jefferson, Texas Mar 10th 1976 T&P bell off #715 - Jefferson Court House Museum" and "D. Watson."

Watson, D. [Train Bell From T&P Train #715], photograph, March 10, 1976; (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth860677/: accessed March 5, 2020), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting The Grace Museum.