The Scorpion

Model Railroader Prototype information for the modeler
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This is a cool invention to unload MOW vehicles. The actual unloading is much later in the video. https://youtu.be/jZbTPN_yQpc?t=645

2

Mesmerizing! Some years ago at Galesburg RR Days, the BN or BNSF showed a piece of MOW equipment called “The Mantis” and there was a big drawing of a praying mantis on the side.

You could have a scene with a Scorpion and a Mantis side by side. A conversation piece

Dave Nelson

3

Well, no drawing, but:

http://trainweb.org/screamingeagle/gallery/bnsf/bnsf-mantis30011.jpg