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Pictures of PRR 1000
Owner:
Pennsylvania Railroad
Model:
EMD LWT-12
Built As:
EMDX 1000 (LWT-12)
Serial Number:
21463
Order No:
9002
Frame Number:
9002-1
Built:
8/1955
Notes:
General Motors Aerotrain.
Other locos with this serial:
CRIP 3(LWT-12)
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
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Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," #1 of 2, 1955
Description:
Dziobko. Here is the first of two successive images of photos by John Dziobko, Jr., that were taken from the 7th Street Bridge in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 18 July 1955. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955 and withdrawn from service in November of 1956. It's on its daily sojourn from New York City to Pittsburgh and back. It will soon stop at the Altoona Passenger Station for crew changes, as well as to discharge and receive passengers. Visible at the left are some of the PRR's Passenger Car Shops. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
7/18/1955
Upload Date:
7/13/2022 7:01:56 AM
Location:
Altoona, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
280
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," #2 of 2, 1955
Description:
Dziobko. Here is the second of two successive images of photos by John Dziobko, Jr., that were taken from the 7th Street Bridge in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 18 July 1955. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955 and withdrawn from service in November of 1956. It's on its daily sojourn from New York City to Pittsburgh and back. It will soon stop at the Altoona Passenger Station for crew changes, as well as to discharge and receive passengers. Visible in the center are the PRR's 12th Street Car Shops; at the right are the REX and "perishables" team tracks. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
7/18/1955
Upload Date:
7/13/2022 7:02:30 AM
Location:
Altoona, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
240
Comments:
0
Title:
"Here Comes Tomorrow," Page 46, 1955
Description:
Here is page one of a two-page article by David P. Morgan entitled "Here Comes Tomorrow." It was published originally in the September 1955 issue of "Trains" magazine, page 46. Shown here is an "Artist's wash drawing of General Motors' new lightweight train." On the Pennsylvania Railroad, GM-EMD's "lightweight speedster" was called the "Aerotrain."
Photo Date:
9/3/1955
Upload Date:
8/22/2022 8:13:56 AM
Location:
LaGrange, IL
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
168
Comments:
0
Title:
"Here Comes Tomorrow," Page 47, 1955
Description:
Here is page two of a two-page article by David P. Morgan entitled "Here Comes Tomorrow." It was published originally in the September 1955 issue of "Trains" magazine, page 47. Photos by Art Schmidt. On the Pennsylvania Railroad, GM-EMD's "lightweight speedster" was called the "Aerotrain."
Photo Date:
9/3/1955
Upload Date:
8/22/2022 8:15:51 AM
Location:
LaGrange, IL
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
173
Comments:
0
Title:
"Debut Of GM's New Aerotrain," Page 1, 1955
Description:
Here is page one of a three-page article entitled "Mr. Symes Hails Debut Of GM's New Aerotrain." It was published originally in the October 1955 issue of "Pennsy" magazine, page 1. Photo Caption: "PRR President J.M. Symes and General Motors Vice-President N.C. Dezendorf look to bright future for the Aerotrain." Partially visible here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," road number "1000," built by GM-EMD in July of 1955.
Photo Date:
10/1/1955
Upload Date:
4/27/2022 10:25:54 AM
Location:
Chicago, IL
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
201
Comments:
0
Title:
Annual Report Color Cover, Front Portion, 1955
Description:
Here is the front portion of the wrap-around color cover of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company's 109th Annual Report for the Year Ending 31 December 1955. The photographer is not identified. On page 15, it is noted that "1956 will be marked by the introduction of new types of passenger equipment by several railroads. The first of these to appear was the General Motors 'Aerotrain,' which is shown on the cover of this report. It is now in experimental service on your railroad."
Photo Date:
12/31/1955
Upload Date:
4/11/2018 12:39:06 PM
Location:
LaGrange, IL
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
475
Comments:
1
Title:
Annual Report Color Cover, Back Portion, 1955
Description:
Here is the back portion of the wrap-around color cover of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company's 109th Annual Report for the Year Ending 31 December 1955. The photographer is not identified. On page 15, it is noted that "1956 will be marked by the introduction of new types of passenger equipment by several railroads. The first of these to appear was the General Motors 'Aerotrain,' which is shown on the cover of this report. It is now in experimental service on your railroad."
Photo Date:
12/31/1955
Upload Date:
4/11/2018 12:42:57 PM
Location:
LaGrange, IL
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
396
Comments:
0
Title:
109th Annual Report, Back Cover, 1955
Description:
Here is the back cover from the Pennsylvania Railroad Company's 109th Annual Report for the Year Ending 31 December 1955. Shown here is the passenger portion of the PRR's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors.
Photo Date:
12/31/1955
Upload Date:
6/15/2018 2:25:27 PM
Location:
Philadelphia, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
392
Comments:
0
Title:
109th Annual Report, Front Cover, 1955
Description:
Here is the front!cover from the Pennsylvania Railroad Company's 109th Annual Report for the Year Ending 31 December 1955. Shown here is the power portion of the PRR's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors.
Photo Date:
12/31/1955
Upload Date:
4/6/2018 11:34:05 AM
Location:
Philadelphia, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
499
Comments:
1
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here is a photo via Bob Lorenz that was taken at the Passenger Station in Altoona, Pennsylvania, in 1956. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. After changing both engine and train crews, it will soon depart for Johnstown as part of its daily sojourn from New York City to Pittsburgh and back. Partially visible in the background are the Station (in the center) and the Train Shed (at the right). (Gift from Brad Mann.)
Photo Date:
2/2/1956
Upload Date:
8/11/2021 8:56:02 AM
Location:
Altoona, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
307
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by John Dziobko, Jr., that was taken at the Passenger Station in Newark, New Jersey, on 17 March 1956. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. It's departing Newark for Trenton and North Philadelphia Station, and will then turn West as part of its daily sojourn from New York City to Pittsburgh and back. ("Stoneborobranch"; #1 of 4)
Photo Date:
3/17/1956
Upload Date:
9/1/2020 4:49:24 PM
Location:
Newark, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Winter,Station,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
617
Comments:
0
Title:
"Pennsy Aerotrain," Page 6, 1956
Description:
Here is page one of a two-page article entitled "Pennsy Aerotrain." It was published originally in the April 1956 issue of "Pennsy" magazine, page 6. Shown here are two front-end views of the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain" ~ built by General Motors during July of 1955 ~ as it's prepared for one of its daily roundtrip runs from New York City to Pittsburgh and back. The road number of the GG-1 electric locomotive depicted in the lower photo is not recorded.
Photo Date:
4/1/1956
Upload Date:
4/17/2022 8:51:11 AM
Location:
Long Island City, NY
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
198
Comments:
0
Title:
"Pennsy Aerotrain," Page 7, 1956
Description:
Here is page two of a two-page article entitled "Pennsy Aerotrain." It was published originally in the April 1956 issue of "Pennsy" magazine, page 7. Shown here are 12 interior views of the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain" ~ built by General Motors during July of 1955 ~ during one of its daily roundtrip runs from New York City to Pittsburgh and back. Bottom Left Photo Caption: "Car Cleaners like Dionesios Rameas work during 35-minute layover at Pittsburgh."
Photo Date:
4/1/1956
Upload Date:
4/17/2022 8:54:17 AM
Location:
Pittsburgh, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
204
Comments:
0
Title:
"Pennsy Aerotrain," Back Cover, 1956
Description:
Here is the back cover of a two-page article entitled "Pennsy Aerotrain." It was published originally on the April 1956 issue of "Pennsy" magazine. This copy was mailed to R.J. White in Olean, New York; he or she was either a current or former employee of the Pennsylvania Railroad.
Photo Date:
4/1/1956
Upload Date:
5/1/2022 10:27:22 PM
Location:
Olean, NY
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
186
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Nyman. Here is an original 35mm color slide by William P. Nixon that was taken at the Brick Yard Crossing in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 13 April 1956. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. At sunset, it's descending the Allegheny Mountains and will soon pause at the Altoona Passenger Station on its daily sojourn from New York City to Pittsburgh and back.
Photo Date:
4/13/1956
Upload Date:
7/12/2023 7:45:13 AM
Location:
Altoona(Brickyard), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
167
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here is an original photo by a Bruce R. Meyer that was taken near Holmesburg, Pennsylvania, on 15 April 1956. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. (4,300)
Photo Date:
4/15/1956
Upload Date:
10/21/2018 5:40:36 PM
Location:
Holmesburg, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
1126
Comments:
1
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here is an image of a photo that was taken in Marysville, Pennsylvania, in 1956. Prominent here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. It's just crossed the Rockville Bridge (visible in the left distance), and is heading to Altoona on its daily sojourn from New York City to Pittsburgh and back. The photographer's name and the exact date are not recorded. Edward Kaspriske Collection.
Photo Date:
4/16/1956
Upload Date:
6/19/2023 10:49:36 AM
Location:
Marysville, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
165
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by John Dziobko, Jr., that was taken near Rahway, New Jersey, on 23 April 1956. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain" ~ built by General Motors during July of 1955 ~ as it commences its daily roundtrip journey from New York City to Pittsburgh and back. ("Stoneborobranch"; #3 of 4)
Photo Date:
4/23/1956
Upload Date:
7/22/2020 7:07:53 AM
Location:
Rahway, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
625
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken at the Passenger Station in North Philadelphia, in 1956. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain" ~ built by General Motors during July of 1955 ~ as it continues its daily roundtrip journey from New York City to Pittsburgh and back.
Photo Date:
5/6/1956
Upload Date:
12/22/2021 10:36:01 PM
Location:
North Philadelphia, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
231
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by John Dziobko, Jr., that was taken at the Passenger Station in Duncannon, Pennsylvania, on 11 August 1956. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. In this context, it's on the return leg of its daily roundtrip run from New York City to Pittsburgh and back. Several folks have stopped by to witness the event in the hazy twilight of a steamy day in August. ("PrrFan18n")
Photo Date:
8/11/1956
Upload Date:
8/11/2021 8:54:55 AM
Location:
Duncannon, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
287
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by John Dziobko, Jr., that was taken in Duncannon, Pennsylvania, on 11 August 1956. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. It's just departed Harrisburg and crossed the Rockville Bridge on its way to Altoona as part of its daily sojourn from New York City to Pittsburgh and back. The exact date is not recorded. ("Stoneborobranch"; #4 of 4)
Photo Date:
8/11/1956
Upload Date:
9/1/2020 4:47:47 PM
Location:
Duncannon, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
597
Comments:
0
Title:
Teller, "Dynamic Progress," 1956
Description:
Here is the 31st of 33 color prints of calendar art works that were commissioned by the Pennsylvania Railroad from 1925 through 1958. Shown here is Grif Teller's painting entitled "Dynamic Progress." It was published originally in 1956. Depicted in the foreground is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. In this context, it's on the return leg of its daily roundtrip run from New York City to Pittsburgh and back.
Photo Date:
8/15/1956
Upload Date:
12/26/2024 9:42:44 AM
Location:
Marysville, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
9
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by John Dziobko, Jr., that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 16 August 1956. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. After departing Pittsburgh and crossing the Allegheny Mountains via the Horseshoe Curve, it has stopped at the Altoona Passenger Station for a crew change and to discharge/board passengers. Soon, it will pass under the 12th Street Footbridge on its way to Philadelphia and New York City. Note the headlight of the waiting helper engine in the distance.
Photo Date:
8/16/1956
Upload Date:
6/1/2018 12:15:23 AM
Location:
Altoona, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Bridge,Station,Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
914
Comments:
1
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here is a commercial 35mm color slide "RR-37, PRR, Aerotrain" that's produced and distributed by the Universal Slide Company of Beverly Hills, California. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors in July of 1955. The photographer's name, the date, and the location are not recorded.
Photo Date:
8/25/1956
Upload Date:
1/10/2018 2:38:08 AM
Location:
East Pittsburgh, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Bridge,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
790
Comments:
1
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken near Gallitzin, Pennsylvania, on 19 September 1956. The photographer is not identified. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. It is on its daily eastward journey from Pittsburgh to New York City, and will soon pass through the New Portage Tunnel under the town of Gallitzin (partially visible in the distance). Photo taken from the State Route 53 Bridge.
Photo Date:
9/19/1956
Upload Date:
9/11/2018 3:35:51 AM
Location:
Gallitzin, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
809
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here is a photo by Bruce R. Meyer that was taken at the Passenger Station in Lewistown, Pennsylvania, in 1956. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. It's on its daily sojourn from New York City to Pittsburgh and back. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
9/22/1956
Upload Date:
6/23/2022 7:34:15 AM
Location:
Lewistown, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
214
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here is an aerial photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken near the tunnels at Gallitzin, Pennsylvania, in 1956. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. It's on its daily sojourn from New York City to Pittsburgh and back. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
9/22/1956
Upload Date:
6/23/2022 7:35:11 AM
Location:
Gallitzin, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
231
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here is an image of a photo by Edward Kaspriske that was taken at the Horseshoe Curve near Altoona, Pennsylvania, in 1956. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. It's just departed the Altoona Passenger Station, and is rounding the Curve while climbing the Allegheny Mountains on its daily sojourn from New York City to Pittsburgh and back. Edward Kaspriske Collection.
Photo Date:
9/22/1956
Upload Date:
6/19/2023 10:50:36 AM
Location:
ALTOONA (HORSESHOE C, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
167
Comments:
0
Title:
The Pennsy Aerotrain
Description:
How are 1958 Corvettes, GM Motorama dream cars & the Pennys Aerotrain related? All were designed by Chuck Jordan who eventuaoly became VP of General Motors Design. Unfortunately, the Aerotrain was not successful - lightweight but underpowered, sleek looking but hard riding - ultimately rejected by most of the railroads. Wiqh the help from William Rodkey's comments (below), this was taken in Philadelphia during the year long test by the PRR. Date is approximate. The syle still looks great to me
Photo Date:
10/1/1956
Upload Date:
1/10/2014 7:59:13 AM
Location:
Philadelphia, PA
Author:
Gary Everhart
Categories:
Roster,Passenger,Action
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
1115
Comments:
3
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken near Marysville, Pennsylvania, on 13 October 1956. The photographer is not identified. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. It is on its daily westward journey from New York City to Pittsburgh, having just crossed the Susquehanna River via the Rockville Bridge.
Photo Date:
10/13/1956
Upload Date:
11/28/2018 3:45:49 AM
Location:
Marysville, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Bridge,Passenger,Track
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
562
Comments:
1
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1956
Description:
Aerotrain. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken near Lemoyne, Pennsylvania, in November of 1956. The photographer is not identified. Prominent here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. In this context, it's being towed to Enola by PRR engine #5581 ~ a BS-10A built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in April of 1950 and rated at 1,000 horsepower.
Photo Date:
11/14/1956
Upload Date:
9/11/2018 3:38:58 AM
Location:
Lemoyne, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Bridge,Winter,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
PRR 5581(DS44-1000)
Views:
793
Comments:
0
Title:
"Progress In Transportation: 1958," Pages 19 & 20
Description:
Here are pages 19 and 20 of a 22-page booklet published by the Pennsylvania Railroad entitled "Serving You Through Progress In Transportation." It was issued originally in December of 1958. Far Right-Hand Photo Caption: "Experiments with Aerotrain will help develop 'Train of Tomorrow.'" Shown here is the PRR's "Aerotrain" ~ built by General Motors during July of 1955 ~ as it's about to cross the Rockville Bridge on its daily roundtrip journey from New York City to Pittsburgh and back.
Photo Date:
12/21/1958
Upload Date:
7/17/2020 3:43:02 PM
Location:
Rockville, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
276
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1996
Description:
Here is a photo by Harold Reehl that was taken at the Passenger Station in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, in 1956. It was published originally on the front cover of the Summer 1996 issue of "Keystone" magazine. Partial Caption: "Westbound Aero Train #17, having just arrived in Harrisburg from New York City, at approximately 9 a.m." Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955.
Photo Date:
8/15/1996
Upload Date:
4/11/2023 7:53:41 AM
Location:
Harrisburg, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
174
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1000, "Aerotrain," 1996
Description:
Here are two photos by Harold Reehl that were taken at the Passenger Station in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, in 1956. They were published originally on the back cover of the Summer 1996 issue of "Keystone" magazine. Partial Caption: "The Aero Train's consist was coaches #308, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 307, 301, and round-end observation #310. Each car seated 40." Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955.
Photo Date:
8/15/1996
Upload Date:
4/11/2023 8:01:04 AM
Location:
Harrisburg, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
Views:
175
Comments:
0
Title:
"Altoona Shops," Page 44, 1996
Description:
Here is page 27 of a 43-page article by James J.D. Lynch, Jr., entitled "Overview Of The History And Development Of The Pennsylvania Railroad's Altoona Shops." It was published originally in the Autumn 1996 issue of "Keystone" magazine, page 44. Top Right-Hand Photo: Stopped at the Altoona Passenger Station is the PRR's "Aerotrain," built by General Motors during July of 1955. Bottom Right-Hand Photo: Shown here is PRR engine #3720, an I-1S (2-10-0) "Decapod" built in Juniata during 1919 and retired in November of 1953 after 34 years of faithful service. It has just had its tender topped-off with more coal, and is facing East toward Bellwood and Enola. Photo taken on 04 November 1943.
Photo Date:
9/22/1996
Upload Date:
11/18/2017 3:11:50 PM
Location:
Altoona, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Bridge,Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
PRR 3720(2-10-0)
Views:
599
Comments:
0
Title:
"Altoona Shops," Page 51, 1996
Description:
Here is page 34 of a 43-page article by James J.D. Lynch, Jr., entitled "Overview Of The History And Development Of The Pennsylvania Railroad's Altoona Shops." It was published originally in the Autumn 1996 issue of "Keystone" magazine, page 51. Top Left-Hand Photo: Shown here (R to L) are PRR engines #9619 and two other units whose numbers are not recorded. All were built by the American Locomotive Company. #9619 is an AF-16 built in 1951 and rated at 1,600 horsepower. Bottom Left-Hand Photo: Shown here is the PRR's "Aerotrain" built by General Motors during July of 1955. Top Right-Hand Photo: Shown here is PRR engine #8826, an AS-16M built by the American Locomotive Company in 1951 and rated at 1,600 horsepower. Middle Right-Hand Photo: Shown here is PRR-Railway Express Car #7480. Bottom Right-Hand Photo: Shown here (L to R) are PRR engines #8606 and #8608. Both are APS-24MS's built by the American Locomotive Company in 1955 and rated at 2,400 horsepower each.
Photo Date:
9/22/1996
Upload Date:
11/18/2017 3:47:53 PM
Location:
Altoona, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
RollingStock,Bridge,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 9619(FA2)
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
PRR 8826(RS3)
PRR 8606(RSD7)
PRR 8608(RSD7)
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1173
Comments:
0
Title:
"Horseshoe Curve Pictorial," Page 40, 2004
Description:
Here is page nine of a 12-page camera study entitled "Horseshoe Curve Pictorial." It was published originally in the Winter 2004 issue of "Keystone" magazine, page 40. Middle Photo, Partial Caption: "New York-to-Pittsburgh Aerotrain, in the summer of 1956." Bottom Photo, Partial Caption: "Centipede #5834 assisting a westbound freight up Horseshoe Curve, circa 1956." Pennsylvania Railroad engine #5834 was built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in 1948; it was designed to be a 3,000 horsepower passenger locomotive (BP-60A), but was later downgraded to be a 2,500 horsepower freight and helper engine (BH-50). Also visible is PRR N-5 caboose #477724. Both photos by Ken Murry.
Photo Date:
12/21/2004
Upload Date:
1/6/2018 11:54:17 AM
Location:
ALTOONA (HORSESHOE C, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
RollingStock,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
PRR 5834(DR12-8-1500/2)
Views:
702
Comments:
0
Title:
"Horseshoe Curve Pictorial," Page 41, 2004
Description:
Here is page ten of a 12-page camera study entitled "Horseshoe Curve Pictorial." It was published originally in the Winter 2004 issue of "Keystone" magazine, page 41. Top Photo Caption: "L-1s assisting two new E-Units with westbound Train #13, The Southwestern Mail." Photo taken by Fred McLeod during the Summer of 1948. (#3,100)
Photo Date:
12/21/2004
Upload Date:
1/6/2018 11:57:37 AM
Location:
ALTOONA (HORSESHOE C, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1000(LWT-12)
PRR 1361(4-6-2)
Views:
601
Comments:
0
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