Another Challenger Question?

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I’m wondering how prototype Challenger 4-6-6-4’s were connected between the loco and tender. Was it a drawbar or regular couplers?

Also, any photos of the connection anywhere?

Thanks, R.W.! [:)]

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Originally posted by R.W. King

Also, any photos of the connection anywhere?

Thanks, R.W.! [:)]
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Steam Locomotives used a drawbar and buffer type connection, sometimes a double type drawbar with hugh pins to lock them in place. I have pictures but cannot post them on this page. Most of the Kratville books show this detail on Union Pacific engines.

If you list your email page, I will send some pictures that might help.

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They would never trust the connection between Engine and Tender to a coupler.

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Thank you, and e-mail is listed now.