I have been working a model of the N&W Class X-1. However the only pictures I have been able to find show the engineer’s side only. I am trying to find out where on the fireman’s side of the engine do the pumps go? Is there a photo available or does someone know the proper placement for the 0-8-8-0’s.
Thanks,
Scott Smith
A 0-8-8-0, we need to a photo of this!
The model I am wokring on:
Scott Smith
Consult Col. Jeffries’ history of N&W power, N&W Giant of Steam, you’ll find the411 you want there. A new edition of it just came out. I haven’t seen it yet, though. Nice work BTW, Scott!
I can understand the idea to increase tractive effort by putting all the weight on the driving wheels, but didn’t cause problems negotiating curves?
James,
That why the engines were articulated this allowed the front half of the engine to swing yet keep the wheels on the track.
Scott Smith
Why wasn’t it more popular?
It was quite popular for doing the job they was supposed to do–haul coal and freight… UP’s Big Boys, Challengers. C&O & Virginian had Alleghenys. N&W had the A,'s, Z.s, X’s and Y’s.
Most of the largest locomotive were articulated. Check out this link:
http://www.steamlocomotive.com/articulated/
Scott Smith