Iron Horse Park
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Iron Horse Park |
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Getting ready for a first run.
| Characteristics of this Locomotive | |||
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| Loco number or "name": | 9 aka FB9 | ||
| Locomotive Type: | 2-6-0 (Mogul) Narrow Gauge Logging engine | ||
| Scale: | 2-1/2 inch scale | Track gauge: | 7-1/2 inch |
| Steam Pressure: | 120 psi maximum 100 to 110 psi normal operating | ||
| Cylinder Diameter: | 1-1/4 inches | Piston Stroke: | 2-1/4 inches |
| Tractive Force: | ???? pounds | Valve Gear: | Stevenson |
| Weight: | ~300 pounds | Boiler: | 6-5/8, welded steel Built by E. Perry (2002) |
| Length: | 6' 6" Loco & Tender + 48" Propane-Driving car | Driver Diameter: | 5 inches |
| Fueled by: | Propane (originally Coal) | Built by: | Dr. Eric Mortis (1999). Plans and castings from Allen Models |
| Sound: | Steam Whistle. No sound card | ||
| Owner | RayV. Purchased October 2015 | ||
| Additional Information: The engine when purchased ran OK but was not optimal. With the help of many other club members, as well as advice from the Fitchburg Northern Facebook group, this engine now runs really well. However like most steam engines, it takes time to learn how to drive it to get optimal performance. Especially with the hilly topography we have at Iron Horse Park. The original engine ran on coal which is no longer permitted at our park because of grass fire concerns. I therefore needed a railcar to carry propane. So I went all out and, in addition to holding a 30lb horizontal propane tank, the driving car also contains an electric water pump, an electric vacuum pump (for brakes), a 12v small engine battery, and charger. Also a comfy seat for me and one passenger. The necessary controls have been extended. Link to a YouTube Video: Click here to watch |
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