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Sewell Valley Railroad # 1, Sewell Valley became Meadow River Lumber Company of East Rainelle, WV. Used as a switcher in Meadow Rivers mill yard. Shay patent geared locomotive typical of engines used on industrial railroads and a few common carriers. Huge Radley and Hunter balloon smokestack fitted with screen to curb hot cinders. Acquired by Nelson Blount in 1959. Only geared locomotive in collection.
Technical details
| Series | B 42-2 |
| Set-up | Shay 2-truck (Shay 2-truck) |
| Diameter driving wheels | 750 mm |
| Gear | Shay |
| Cilinders | 3: 254x305 mm |
| Fuel capacity | coal |
| Water capacity | 5 m3 |
History
| Date | Event | Owner | Series | Identification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | Build for | Meadow River Lumber Co. | B 42-2 | / 1 |
| 1957 | Sold to | Private owner | B 42-2 | / 1 |
| 1964 | Take over by | Steamtown National Historic Site | B 42-2 | / 1 |
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