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This engine was built in 1926 by the American Locomotive Company for the Alton & Southern. They used the engine for 22 years operating 622,626 miles for the switching line in East St Louis.
This is one of four three cylinder steam engines existing in North America today. Has 57 inch drivers and was one of the first exhibits at the musuem.
8-wheel switcher 3-cylinder design 0-8-0
Donated to Museum Of Transportation in 1948.