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Climax Class A No.3 - A Profile


Trainmaster64

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The Climax Class A locomotive, as photographed in March 2012. A strong and unique locomotive design, this engine came well-used and has clearly had a long history of hard work on other railways before being purchased for the Sumtown line. In terms of appearance this is definitely one of the most unique engines on the line, with nothing looking like it at all. However this locomotive looks, however, is nothing compared to its sheer performance.

 

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The side profile of the locomotive, showing its unique and distinctive shape in more profile. As far as its performance goes, this locomotive is just as powerful and capable as anything else out there - the chassis is well-built and durable, with all wheels being driven and a very high rate of torque being given to this engine. Though it runs very roughly, it can and will pull the heaviest of loads - a dead Class SW1 diesel with a loaded stone train was shifted by this locomotive, at a speed of approximately 3 MPH - an outstanding feat.

 

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The front of the locomotive houses such features as the balloon-style spark arrestor, headlamp and small bell. Brake cylinders and other details abound on this locomotive, and even the wood paneling is somewhat realistic.

 

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A closer look at the headlamp of the locomotive.

 

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The cab area, centered on this locomotive, where the original paintwork and lining attempt to shine through the grime and rust.

 

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The bunker of the locomotive, filled completely with freshly-cut wood - the locomotive seems to work best with wood as opposed to traditional coal.

 

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The rear of the locomotive, showing where the auxiliary cylinder is as well as the faint yellowed markings of a number 3 scrawled into the bunker - the assumed running number of this locomotive.

 

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The front of the locomotive. Overall a unique and powerful locomotive, that acquits itself time and again as a powerful member of the fleet.

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