T&P M-2 #907

Jefferson, TX

Description

Photograph of T&P train #907 wrecked in Jefferson, Texas due to too much speed. Written below the image are "[sic] #907 Jefferson, Texas Oct 25 1947 (Passenger train wreck Fireman killed, 30 passengers injured. Too much speed.)" and "R. H. Carlson."

Carlson, R. H. [Train #907 Wrecked in Jefferson, Texas], photograph, October 25, 1947; (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth860259/: accessed March 5, 2020), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting The Grace Museum.

Specifications

  •   Builder Baldwin
  •   Build Date 6-1928
  •   Wheel Type 4-8-2
  •   Cylinders 27 X 30
  •   Drivewheel Diameter 73 in.
  •   Boiler Pressure 225 psi
  •   Grate Area 80.30 in²
  •   Weight 361,400 lbs.
  •   Tractive Force 57,300 lbs.
  •   Photo Credit The Grace Museum - The Portal to Texas History