Where is the PRR T1 being built?

The goal is simple; to provide mainline steam excursion service, and to set the World Speed Record for a steam locomotive. On Saturday March 7, 2020, The PRR T1 Trust will hold their first Public Open House at Gemini Industrial Machine in New Philadelphia, Ohio.

What is the T1 trust?

The Pennsylvania Railroad T1 Steam Locomotive Trust, also referred to as the T1 Trust, is a non-profit public charity founded in 2013. The T1 Trust is composed of railroading experts who intend to build the 53rd member of the T1 class and put it into mainline steam excursion service within the United States.

Who designed the PRR T1?

Raymond Loewy
The Pennsylvania Railroad T1 was a 4-4-4-4 steam locomotive in PRR’s Altoona Works from 1942-46. The T1 was a Duplex class. They were streamlined steam engines, whose iconic bodywork was designed by Raymond Loewy.

Why was the PRR S1 scrapped?

Preservation of S1 was discussed inside PRR’s board, but due to the deteriorating financial situation since 1946, S1 #6100 was scrapped in 1949. The PRR continued developing the T1 class of 4-4-4-4 duplex locomotives but wheel slip and mechanical failures also plagued the T1.

How big is the Big Boy?

Union Pacific Big Boy

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Wheelbase	Locomotive: 72 ft 51⁄2 in (22.09 m) Overall: 117 ft 7 in (35.84 m)
Length	Locomotive: 85 ft 32⁄5 in (25.99 m) Overall: 132 ft 91⁄4 in (40.47 m)
Width	11 ft (3.35 m)
Height	16 ft 21⁄2 in (4.94 m)

What is the PRR T1 Trust?

The Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR T1 Steam Locomotive Trust is a non-profit organization that believes in thinking differently about preservation. Through hard work, dedicated volunteers and the financial support of many generous donors from around the globe, the T1 Trust is constructing PRR T1 5550.

What is PRR T1 T1 5550?

Dream Becomes Reality… The Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR) T1 Steam Locomotive Trust is a non-profit organization that believes in thinking differently about preservation. Through hard work, dedicated volunteers and the financial support of many generous donors from around the globe, the T1 Trust is constructing PRR T1 5550.

How fast does a PRR T1 go?

The PRR T1 represents the pinnacle of steam locomotive design in the United States. These locomotives had the capability of achieving speeds in excess of 120 mph, and anecdotal reports indicate that speeds of up to 140 mph were attained.

What is the PRR T1 steam locomotive trust capital campaign?

The PRR T1 Steam Locomotive Trust is kicking off our 2021 Capital Campaign. We have set a goal of $100,000 by July 1, 2021 and $250,000 by October 1. We need your help to make this a reality.