T&P I-1a #610

Fort Worth, TX

Description

Photograph of a plaque bolted to to a train car that has an image of a spur with a star logo and the dates 1776 - 1976. The text of the plaque says, "In appreciation of outstanding achievement by 610 Historical Foundation from American Revolution Bicentennial Committee of Fort Worth." Handwritten text below the image says, "Plaque on side of T&P #610 at 610 Historical Foundations [sic] new facilities in Fort Worth, Texas Apr 24th 1982."

Watson, Don. [Bicentennial Historic Plaque on a Train Car], photograph, April 24, 1982; (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth822465/: accessed March 5, 2020), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting The Grace Museum.

Specifications

  •   Builder Lima
  •   Build Date 6-1927
  •   Wheel Type 2-10-4
  •   Cylinders 29 X 32
  •   Drivewheel Diameter 63 in.
  •   Boiler Pressure 255 psi
  •   Grate Area 100.00 in²
  •   Weight 448,000 lbs.
  •   Tractive Force 84,600 lbs.
  •   Photo Credit The Grace Museum - The Portal to Texas History