Here is a question for our Santa Fe experts (maybe Andy Sperandeo?). The August 1952 Model Railroader has a small photo of a Santa Fe FT A unit with footboards on the pilot – like a road switcher would have. This is really unusual looking and would make a fascinating model. Anyone know if this was one of a kind or did the ATSF do this with many F units – or did any other railroad do this with their Fs?
Dave Nelson
hmm not sure i will see if i can get a hold of a roster.