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Steam LocomotivesTRAINSHow Steam LocomotivesReally WorkSemmens & Goldfinch. This bookcovers the design of locomotives, theprocesses involved in the conversionof fuel to tractive effort, the dynamiccharacteristics of the locomotive as avehicle, the braking equipment, and ahost of other systems that make up a working locomotive.It also explains running and maintenance practicesand discusses unique features found in variousparts of the world. 360 pages, 190 illustrations,6¼"x 9½", softcover.........................#R02370D $ 24.95Locomotive Dictionary2-Volume SetFowler. In 1905, the AmericanRailway Master MechanicsAssociation authorized the creationof “an illustrated dictionaryof each and every part used inthe building of locomotives.” Acomplete reproduction of theoriginal 1906 dictionary thatresulted from that authorization, this heavily illustrated,two-volume set is a wonderful piece of history.794 pages, 1,000+ B&W illustrations and photographs,8½"x 11", softcover..............#R05330D $ 59.95Over4 Hours!The Years of SteamThis program explores the rise andfall of America’s steam trains, fromthe glory days of the 1920s, ’30sand ’40s through the transitionalyears of the 1950s and the twilightyears of the 1960s and ’70s. You’llview steam power from Central Railroad ofNew Jersey, Reading, Delaware & Hudson,Canadian Pacific, Pennsy, Baltimore & Ohio, NewYork Central, and others. Color and B&W,stereo, 4 hrs. 5 min.......................#RV9316B $ 8.95Legends of SteamThese programs feature UnionPacific #844 and Southern Pacific#4449 – massive 4-8-4 Northernsteam locomotives – in thrillingaction! You’ll enjoy onboardand trackside footage, beautifulscenery, and more. Widescreen.DVD............................. $ 29.95 eachBlu-ray........................ $ 39.95 eachPurchasethe Set!Save $ 20Volume I – Follow #844 as it retraces the route ofthe Portland Rose passenger train from Cheyenne,Wyoming, to Portland, Oregon. You’ll visit ShermanHill, the scenic Blue Mountains and Columbia RiverGorge National Scenic Area; enjoy bonus footageof #844 in freight service; and more. 1 hr. 52 min.DVD............#RV9304C Blu-ray............#RV9308DVolume II – This program features #4449 and #844double-heading in excursion service for the firsttime! You’ll view complete coverage of the PugetSound Steam Special, round trips between Tacomaand Everett, and bonus footage of Amtrak, Soundercommuter trains and freight trains. 3 hrs. 20 min.DVD............#RV9305C Blu-ray............#RV9309DVolume III – Follow #844 on its homeward trip fromPortland to Cheyenne. You’ll see #844 tackle theheavy grades of eastern Oregon, run full-steamacross the open rangelands of Wyoming, and more.You’ll even enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at thecamera crews in action. 1 hr. 50 min.DVD............#RV9306C Blu-ray............#RV9310DAll 3 DVDs...#RV9402C Reg: $ 89.85 Now: $ 69.85Twentyrailroadsin NorthAmericaoperated4-6-4 Hudson Steam LocomotivesO ScaleA4-6-4locomotives,whichwerefound primarilyonSee Track Set and Power Pack on Page 63!the pointof express passenger trains.These O scale models of thatfamous “Hudson” feature a diecast body, a True Blast II digitallyrecorded whistle and bell, aworking headlight and smokeunit, a powerful motor, 6-wheelBCDEdrive with two traction tires, a die cast tender with a realistic coal load,and wire handrails and grab irons. Sets measure 19½" longand arrive ready to run on O-27 or gentler curves.................... $ 349 eachFA: Baltimore and Ohio.................................#R96753CB: New York Central....................................#R96752CC: Chessie System.....................................#R96754CWorkingwith DaddyShayne Stoakes.The engineer ofUnion Pacific0-6-0 steam locomotive#4466applies oil to hisson’s own littlehauler. Signed bythe artist, this9¾"x 13¾" printarrives doublemattedin a16"x 20" frame.#R77944C$79.950-6-0AGoatSwitchersTheCamelback –or “Goat” –switcher wasBcreated as a way for railroadsusing anthracitecoal to better utilize thecleaner burning fuel.Replicating four of thosehard-working “Goats,”Cthese DCC-ready, HOscale models feature finelymolded locomotive andtender bodies, a powerfulcan motor for excellentDlow-speed operation andpulling power, a die castchassis, operating headand rear lights, a threepiecebrass bell, metal add-on parts such as a valvegear and handrails, a simulated coalload, and more. 6¾" long........................... $ 99.95 eachA: Reading Railroad...................................#R91847BB: Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe................#R91848BC: Southern Railway...................................#R91849BD: Denver & Rio Grande Western.............#R91850BD: Southern Crescent.................................#R96755CE: Northern Pacific......................................#R96756CF: Pennsylvania Railroad............................#R96757COrderToll Free: F800-26161- 5922The LocomotiveEngineman’s ManualJames. This reproduction of themanual originally published in1919 for instructing locomotiveengineers, firemen and mechanicsremains one of the most completebooks ever written about theworking components of the steamengine, covering everything from air brakes to thevalve gear. Includes questions and answers forinstruction and examination. 450 pages, 50+ B&Willustrations, 8½"x 11", softcover.......#R05316C $ 39.95Running a Steam LocomotiveThis amazing series takes you “underthe skin” of a steam locomotive fora complete smokestack-to-fireboxlook at its operation andmaintenance. Color...... $ 19.95 eachVol. 1: Basics of SteamLocomotive Operation – Examinethe anatomy, care and operation of aPurchasethe Set!Save $ 10Baldwin-built steamer. 1 hr. 30 min...........#RV5900CVol. 2: Passenger Locomotive Road OperationJoin three veteran steam engine crews aboard atrio – a 4-6-0, a 4-6-2 and a 4-8-4 – of fullyrestored locomotives. 1 hr. 45 min............#RV5901CVol. 3: Freight Locomotive Road OperationLearn the operation of three distinctly differentfreight steamers: a narrow gauge Shay, a 2-8-2Mikado, and N&W’s A-Class 2-6-6-4.1 hr. 15 min...............................................#RV5902CPurchase the Set and Save!...#RV5903A $ 49.85Locomotive Engineer CapsThese high quality capsresembling those usedby steam-era engineersand firemenare fully adjustablefor maximumcomfort............ $ 9.95 eachAdult: Blue....#R99023C Child: Blue.....#R99024CPink....#R06047C Pink.....#R06048C5