Originally built by Alco-Schenectady in 1916 as CV #420, it was renumbered in 1923 to CV #450 seen here. Specs - serial #55913, class M-3-a, 57" drivers, 180 psi boiler pressure, 24x32" cylinders, engine weight of 217,730 lb, tractive effort of 49,475 lb. This class of Consolidations lasted until the end of steam on the CV. Unknown photographer and only the year was given for the photo. |