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Diesel - GE 44 ton, NC&StL #100
Diesel electric locomotive, General Electric 44 tonner,
former NC&StL number 100. This is our newest acquisition
as a long-term loan, moved into place in Jun 2007.
Built
in 1950, the first of four for the road, used exclusively
at Huntsville, AL untill
sold in 1960 by the L&N (post-merger).
A pair of Caterpillar 1750 cubic inch V-8 Diesels rated
at 190HP each, can operate independently, one under each
hood.
Important as the first locomotive ever to be equipped with
radio control in such manner as to not require an engineer
in the cab (1962).
The controls and considerable transistorized electronics
are still intact and slated to be removed, cosmetically
restored and saved for separate display. As well, the engine
is slated for a complete renovation of its exterior to the
original appearance of maroon and yellow triple-stripe.
Exterior appearance to be restored by September 2007. It
appears also to be otherwise complete and near running condition.
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