Thomas C. Ayers's Collection
6/15/2025
View Photos
·
Home
·
Newest Photos
·
Editors' Picks
·
My Picks
·
By Date
·
By Photo Album
·
By Location
·
By Map
·
By Railroad
·
By Locomotive Model
·
Search
·
Frame/Serial XRef
·
Most Photographed
·
Rolling Stock
·
Main Site
Members
·
Log In
·
Register
Pictures of PRR 4-6-2's in them
Page Controls
View:
Grid
List
Pics Per Page:
10
20
30
40
50
100
Title:
PRR 830, K-4S, #1 of 3, c. 1957
Description:
Here is the first of three original photos by Douglas C. Jones that were taken at the Coaling Tipple in East Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1957. Shown here is the front end of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958. Partially visible at the right is engine #6831, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during September of 1926 and retired in August of 1955.
Photo Date:
2/2/1957
Upload Date:
7/26/2021 11:50:42 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Winter,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 830(4-6-2)
PRR 6831(4-8-2)
Views:
531
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 830, K-4S, #1 of 3, 1957
Description:
Meadows. Here is the first of three successive duplicate 35mm color slides via Al Chione that were taken at the Pennsylvania Railroad's Roundhouse at Meadows Yard near Kearny, New Jersey, on 19 September 1953. Shown here is PRR engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. The names of the photographer and the Railroader at the left are not recorded. ("Stoneborobranch"; #20 of 31)
Photo Date:
2/12/1957
Upload Date:
9/23/2020 7:07:10 AM
Location:
Kearny, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:
574
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 830, K-4S, #2 of 3, 1957
Description:
Meadows. Here is the second of three successive duplicate 35mm color slides via Al Chione that were taken at the Pennsylvania Railroad's Roundhouse at Meadows Yard near Kearny, New Jersey, on 19 September 1953. Shown here is PRR engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. The names of the photographer and the Railroader at the left are not recorded. ("Stoneborobranch"; #21 of 31)
Photo Date:
2/12/1957
Upload Date:
9/23/2020 7:08:19 AM
Location:
Kearny, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:
611
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 830, K-4S, #3 of 3, 1957
Description:
Meadows. Here is the third of three successive duplicate 35mm color slides via Al Chione that were taken at the Pennsylvania Railroad's Engine Ready Tracks at Meadows Yard near Kearny, New Jersey, on 19 September 1953. The photographer is not identified. Shown here is PRR engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. ("Stoneborobranch"; #22 of 31)
Photo Date:
2/12/1957
Upload Date:
9/23/2020 7:09:23 AM
Location:
Kearny, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:
536
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 830, K-4S, 1957
Description:
Chione. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken in Belmar, New Jersey, on 4 July 1957. The photographer is not identified. Shown here (R to L) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #830 and another "Pacific" whose number is not recorded. #830 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:
7/4/1957
Upload Date:
9/1/2018 10:02:34 AM
Location:
Belmar, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:
700
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 830, K-4S, 1957
Description:
Chione. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken in South Amboy, New Jersey, on 27 August 1957. The photographer is not identified. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. Partially visible in the background is PRR engine #5643, an AS-10 switcher built by the American Locomotive Company in March of 1950 , rated at 1,000 horsepower, and retired in May of 1965 after just 15 years of service.
Photo Date:
8/27/1957
Upload Date:
1/1/2019 10:17:12 PM
Location:
South Amboy, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 830(4-6-2)
PRR 5643(S2)
Views:
919
Comments:
1
Title:
PRR 830, K-4S, c. 1957
Description:
Burkey. Here is an original photo of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. (#14 of 25)
Photo Date:
9/22/1957
Upload Date:
1/11/2025 12:45:53 AM
Location:
Camden, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:
178
Comments:
0
Title:
"Second Engine 28," Page 50, 1975
Description:
Here is page nine of a ten-page cover article by John R. Crosby entitled "Second Engine 28: Three Fingers Down On The Rump Meant 3 Minutes Late." It was published originally in the March 1975 issue of "Trains" magazine, page 50. Shown here is an in-cab view of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. Photo taken in by Don Wood in South Amboy, New Jersey.
Photo Date:
3/1/1975
Upload Date:
9/30/2022 8:01:09 AM
Location:
Warsaw, IN
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
InCab,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:
387
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 920, K-4S, c. 1936
Description:
Mann. Here is a photo of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. (Gift from Brad Mann.)
Photo Date:
10/14/1936
Upload Date:
4/21/2021 7:50:38 AM
Location:
Bay Head Junction, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:
635
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 920, K-4S, c. 1954
Description:
Camden. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken in Camden, New Jersey, c. 1954. The photographer is not identified. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service. ("Stoneborobranch"; #18 of 68)
Photo Date:
3/14/1954
Upload Date:
6/10/2025 8:29:42 AM
Location:
Camden, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:
16
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 920, K-4S, c. 1955
Description:
Here is an image of a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken near Rahway, New Jersey, c. 1955. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service. In this context, it's pulling a passenger train bound for South Amboy. The road number of the Baldwin-built diesel-electric switcher pictured at the far left is not recorded. Edward Kaspriske Collection.
Photo Date:
8/15/1955
Upload Date:
6/16/2023 11:38:34 AM
Location:
Rahway, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:
349
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 920, K-4S, c. 1955
Description:
Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione. Shown here are two Pennsylvania Railroad locomotives. At the left is engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959. At the right is an unidentified GG-1 (2-C-C-2) Electric locomotive. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. ("Stoneborobranch"; #23 of 29)
Photo Date:
11/14/1955
Upload Date:
6/6/2025 12:41:52 AM
Location:
Elizabeth, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Bridge,Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:
25
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 920, K-4S, c. 1955
Description:
Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. ("Stoneborobranch"; #22 of 29)
Photo Date:
11/14/1955
Upload Date:
6/6/2025 12:42:16 AM
Location:
Pemberton, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:
28
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 920, K-4S, c. 1956
Description:
Wood. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Don Wood that was taken in South Amboy, New Jersey, perhaps in 1956. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Kuniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:
4/15/1956
Upload Date:
9/29/2018 12:37:07 AM
Location:
South Amboy, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:
750
Comments:
1
Title:
PRR 2897, H-9S, 1957
Description:
Blackhawk. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by William K. Viekman that was taken in Camden, New Jersey, in 1957. Photo Caption: "Pennsylvania K-4's Nos. 920 and 3747 and H-9s No. 2897, at Camden, N.J., 1957." #920 and #3747 are both K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics" built in Juniata: #920 was built in during July of 1917 and retired in 1959, while #3747 was built during March of 1920 and retired in November of 1957. #2897 is an H-9S (2-8-0) "Consolidated" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an H-8SB during November of 1910, rebuilt in Juniata as an H-9S in August of 1923, and retired in October of 1957. This photo comes from a color slide set entitled "Steam Power ~ East and West" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (816-13).
Photo Date:
1/23/1957
Upload Date:
1/28/2019 11:07:18 AM
Location:
Camden, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Winter,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 920(4-6-2)
PRR 3747(4-6-2)
PRR 2897(2-8-0)
Views:
880
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 920, K-4S, Front, 1957
Description:
Here is the front side of a "Vanishing Vistas" portrait that was published by Lyman E. Cox in 1975. Photo courtesy of the Mac Owen Collection. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service. In this context, it awaits its next assignment adjacent to the PRR's Engine House in South Amboy, New Jersey, in March of 1957.
Photo Date:
3/21/1957
Upload Date:
1/5/2021 5:26:41 PM
Location:
South Amboy, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:
426
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 920, K-4S, Back, 1957
Description:
Here is the back side of a "Vanishing Vistas" portrait that was published by Lyman E. Cox in 1975. The text by Mac Owen sketches the history and development of the Pennsylvania Railroad's "K" Class (4-6-2) "Pacific" steam locomotives.
Photo Date:
3/21/1957
Upload Date:
1/5/2021 5:27:31 PM
Location:
South Amboy, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Locomotives:
PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:
343
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 3752, K-4S, 1957
Description:
Camden. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken inside of the PRSL Roundhouse in Camden, New Jersey, on 24 June 1957. The photographer is not identified. Partially visible here (L to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #3752 and #920. Both are K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics" built in Juniata. #3752 was built in April of 1920 and retired in February of 1958, while #920 was built in July of 1917 and retired in 1959. ("Stoneborobranch"; #51 of 69)
Photo Date:
6/24/1957
Upload Date:
11/10/2020 7:29:59 AM
Location:
Camden, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 3752(4-6-2)
PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:
644
Comments:
0
Title:
"Railroad" Magazine, August 1957
Description:
Wood. Here is a photo taken by Don Wood. It was published originally in the August 1957 issue of "Railroad" magazine, page 76. Partial Caption: "The Pennsylvania still uses some steam power, including No. 6738, shown wheeling a long string of freight out of Enola, Pa." Shown here is PRR engine #6738, an M-1B (4-8-2) "Mountain" built as an M-1A by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during June of 1930, rebuilt in Juniata as an M-1B in October of 1948, and retired in September of 1959. Also visible to the right is PRR engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in July of 1917 and retired in 1959.
Photo Date:
8/1/1957
Upload Date:
10/21/2017 1:48:25 AM
Location:
Duncannon, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 6738(4-8-2)
PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:
1058
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 920, K-4S, 1957
Description:
Here is a photo by J.S. Rice that was taken in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during December of 1957. Shown here (L to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #920 and several others whose road numbers are not recorded. #920 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service. Note that their main rods have been removed, so they've been prepared for movement to the recycling center. ("JpsPcc6992" A; #3 of 6)
Photo Date:
12/21/1957
Upload Date:
3/5/2021 7:53:32 AM
Location:
Philadelphia, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:
457
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 949, K-4S, 1935
Description:
Here is a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken near Erie, Pennsylvania, on 2 June 1935. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #949, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during May of 1918 and retired in November of 1951 after 38 years of faithful service. The headlight and the stack have been covered, so this locomotive is not fired-up at the moment. Gary Mittner Collection.
Photo Date:
6/2/1935
Upload Date:
3/19/2023 9:22:52 AM
Location:
Erie, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 949(4-6-2)
Views:
310
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 949, K-4S, 1949
Description:
FM. Here is a duplicate 35mm B&W slide of a photo by Fred McLeod that was taken at the Horseshoe Curve near Altoona, Pennsylvania. Photo Caption: "Two K-4's and a T-1 on a 28-car express. (T-1 is hidden by smoke and shadow.) November 8, 1949." In the lead is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #949, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during May of 1918 and retired in November of 1951 after 33 years of faithful service. This photo comes from a slide set entitled "Horseshoe Curve, Pennsylvania Railroad" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (22-50).
Photo Date:
11/8/1949
Upload Date:
10/18/2019 3:26:38 AM
Location:
ALTOONA (HORSESHOE C, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 949(4-6-2)
Views:
576
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1120, K-4S, c. 1946
Description:
Portraits 10. Here is a steam locomotive portrait of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of faithful service. In this context, it's about to depart Englewood's Union Station with the eastbound "Broadway Limited." All ABOARD! The photographer's name and the exact date are not recorded. (#22 of 72)
Photo Date:
8/15/1946
Upload Date:
1/1/2023 5:12:41 AM
Location:
Englewood, IL
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
596
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1120, K-4S, c. 1946
Description:
Portraits 10. Here is a steam locomotive portrait of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. (#23 of 72)
Photo Date:
8/15/1946
Upload Date:
1/1/2023 5:15:28 AM
Location:
Altoona, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
406
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1120, K-4S, #3 of 3, c. 1953
Description:
Trenton. Here is the third of three successive duplicate 35mm color slides of photos by John Dziobko, Jr., that were taken at the Passenger Station in Trenton, New Jersey, in November of 1953. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of faithful service. ("Stoneborobranch"; #10 of 19)
Photo Date:
11/14/1953
Upload Date:
6/6/2025 1:21:39 PM
Location:
Trenton, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Steam,Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
18
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1120, K-4S, #2 of 3, c. 1953
Description:
Trenton. Here is the second of three successive duplicate 35mm color slides of photos by John Dziobko, Jr., that were taken at the Passenger Station in Trenton, New Jersey, in November of 1953. At the left is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of service. The road number of the "Doodlebug" pictured at the right is not recorded. ("Stoneborobranch"; #9 of 19)
Photo Date:
11/14/1953
Upload Date:
6/6/2025 1:22:25 PM
Location:
Trenton, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
21
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1120, K-4S, #1 of 3, c. 1953
Description:
Trenton. Here is the first of three successive duplicate 35mm color slides of photos by John Dziobko, Jr., that were taken at the Passenger Station in Trenton, New Jersey, in November of 1953. At the left is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of service. The road number of the GG-1 electric pictured at the right is not recorded. ("Stoneborobranch"; #8 of 19)
Photo Date:
11/14/1953
Upload Date:
6/6/2025 1:23:21 PM
Location:
Trenton, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
27
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR Trenton Engine House, #3 of 3, c. 1954
Description:
Here is the third of three original photos by Douglas C. Jones that were taken at the Pennsylvania Railroad's Engine House in Trenton, New Jersey, c. 1954. Shown here (R to L) are engines #1120 and three more locomotives whose road numbers are not recorded. #1120 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of faithful service. Partially visible at the far left is the Trenton Engine House.
Photo Date:
2/2/1954
Upload Date:
7/28/2021 8:20:28 AM
Location:
Trenton, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
535
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1120, K-4S, c. 1954
Description:
Mann. Here is a photo of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. (Gift from Brad Mann.)
Photo Date:
8/15/1954
Upload Date:
6/11/2021 11:29:24 PM
Location:
Red Bank, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
654
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1120, K-4S, c. 1954
Description:
Chione. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of service. In this context, it's rockin' 'n' rollin' on the New York & Long Branch line with a nine-car passenger train. Many thanks to Mr. Glen James Smith for identifying this locomotive correctly. The photographer's name, the date, and the location are not recorded.
Photo Date:
8/15/1954
Upload Date:
3/19/2020 8:10:31 PM
Location:
Red Bank, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
896
Comments:
1
Title:
"Pennsy Power Parade," Page 22, 1954
Description:
Here is page 13 of a 15-page cover article by Walter A. Lucas entitled "Pennsy Power Parade." It was published originally in the December 1954 issue of "Railroad" magazine, page 22. Top Photo Caption: "One of the Pennsy's powerful J1 Class freight locomotives: No. 6474. Sixty-five of these 2-10-4's were put into service between 1942 and 1944." Engine #6474 is a J-1 (2-10-4) "Texas" built in Juniata in February of 1943 and retired in September of 1957. Bottom Photo Caption: "Several K4s Class passenger engines wore streamlined shrouds during early days of diesel revolution. No. 1120 looked like this in 1940." Engine #1120 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954.
Photo Date:
12/1/1954
Upload Date:
4/16/2017 2:40:22 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Roster,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 6474(2-10-4)
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
1038
Comments:
0
Title:
"Steam Rules The New York & Long Branch," Page 42, 1955
Description:
Here is page two of a seven-page camera study entitled "Steam Rules The New York & Long Branch." It was published originally in the January 1955 issue of "Trains" magazine, page 42. Photo Caption: "It could pass for the 'Spirit of St. Louis' in olden times but on Labor Day, 1954, it's K-4's 5412 and 1120 on Train 711 ~ 16 cars of beachcombers rolling down to the shore. Highball!" Shown here (R to L) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #5412 and #1120. Both are K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics." #5412 was built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in February of 1927 and retired in March of 1956. #1120 was built in Juniata during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954. Notable here is a map delineating the route of the NY&LB.
Photo Date:
1/1/1955
Upload Date:
9/10/2019 6:27:39 AM
Location:
Long Branch, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 5412(4-6-2)
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
784
Comments:
0
Title:
"Steam Rules The New York & Long Branch," Page 44, 1955
Description:
Here is page four of a seven-page camera study entitled "Steam Rules The New York & Long Branch." It was published originally in the January 1955 issue of "Trains" magazine, page 44. Partial Caption: "Here the once-streamlined 1120 singlehandedly lifts 16 cars out of South Amboy, N.J., the power transfer point where GG-1's are cut out." Photo by Don Wood. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:
1/1/1955
Upload Date:
9/11/2019 11:39:37 AM
Location:
South Amboy, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
583
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR "Story Of A Pacific," Page 53, 1956
Description:
Here is page ten of a 15-page cover article by Frederick Westing entitled "This Is The Story Of A Pacific ~ The World's Greatest." It was published originally in the August 1956 issue of "Trains" magazine, page 53. Both of the locomotives pictured here are PRR Class K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics." Top Photo: #1120 was built in Juniata July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954. Bottom Photo: #5471 was built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in March of 1927 and retired in August of 1956.
Photo Date:
8/1/1956
Upload Date:
6/18/2018 1:51:32 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
PRR 5471(4-6-2)
Views:
1067
Comments:
0
Title:
"The Glory Of Pennsy Pacifics," Page 25, 1965
Description:
Here is page five of an eight-page article by Fred Westing entitled "The Great Days Of Steam And The Glory Of Pennsy Pacifics." It was published originally in the March 1965 issue of "Railroad" magazine, page 25. Top Photo: Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #5475, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in September of 1927 and retired in April of 1958. Bottom Photo: Shown here is PRR engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" constructed in Juniata in July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954.
Photo Date:
3/1/1965
Upload Date:
7/17/2016 10:49:23 AM
Location:
South Amboy, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam,Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 5475(4-6-2)
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
1131
Comments:
0
Title:
"The Glory Of Pennsy Pacifics," Page 26, 1965
Description:
Here is page six of an eight-page article by Fred Westing entitled "The Great Days Of Steam And The Glory Of Pennsy Pacifics." It was published originally in the March 1965 issue of "Railroad" magazine, page 26. Top Photo: Shown here (L to R) is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3378 and another locomotive whose road number is not recorded. Both are "K" Class (4-6-2) "Pacifics." #3378 is a K-2S built in Juniata in 1911 and retired in November of 1938. Bottom Photo: Shown here is PRR engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" constructed in Juniata in July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954.
Photo Date:
3/1/1965
Upload Date:
7/17/2016 10:51:55 AM
Location:
Logansport, IN
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 3378(4-6-2)
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
1084
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR "Interview With Clair Clugh," Page 22, 1996
Description:
Here is page nine of a 29-page article by Eric Hirsimaki entitled "Interview With Clair I. Clugh: Manager, Altoona Works (Retired)." It was published originally in the Summer 1996 issue of "The Keystone" magazine, page 22. Top Photo Caption: "Once streamlined (in 1940) K-4S #1120 at Bay Head Junction, N.J., summer, 1954. This Juniata Shops product was built in July 1917 and would be sold for scrap in December of 1954." Photo by Don Wood. Third Photo Down Caption: "I-1SA #4344 and merchandise consist on (westbound freight) Track #3, passing Slope Tower." Photo from Frederic V. Schaefer. Shown here is PRR engine #4344, an I-1SA built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in December of 1941, and retired in March of 1952. Fourth Photo Down Caption: "J-1 #6441 and consist, nearing 7th St. bridge, westbound." Photo from Frederic V. Shaefer. Shown here is PRR engine #6441, a J-1 (2-10-4) "Texas" built in Juniata during November of 1943 and retired in April of 1958.
Photo Date:
6/21/1996
Upload Date:
12/6/2017 3:36:01 AM
Location:
Altoona, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Bridge,Yard,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 4344(2-10-0)
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
PRR 6441(2-10-4)
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
1109
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1139, K-4S, c. 1946
Description:
Flattley. Here is a photo by T. Martin Flattley, Jr. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1139, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during May of 1918 and retired in February of 1956 after 38 years of faithful service. The exact date and the location are not recorded.
Photo Date:
8/15/1946
Upload Date:
3/24/2025 12:26:50 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1139(4-6-2)
Views:
99
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1139, K-4S, 1954
Description:
Kern. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Fred R. Kern that was taken near Red Bank, New Jersey, on 27 August 1954. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1139, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1956 after 39 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:
8/27/1954
Upload Date:
4/28/2018 3:55:59 AM
Location:
Red Bank, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1139(4-6-2)
Views:
875
Comments:
1
Title:
PRR 1139, K-4S, 1954
Description:
Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken in Bay Head Junction, New Jersey, on 6 September 1954. The photographer is not identified. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1139, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in July of 1917 and retired in 1956 after 39 years' service. ("LouisFols"; #5 of 16)
Photo Date:
9/6/1954
Upload Date:
6/22/2018 2:56:40 AM
Location:
Bay Head Junction, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 1139(4-6-2)
Views:
876
Comments:
1
Title:
PRR 1139, K-4S, #1 of 2, c. 1955
Description:
Here is the first of two original photos of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1139, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1956 after 39 years of faithful service. Looks to me like the Engineman is performing the required pre-run inspection and lubrication drill. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. ("Heisler19" A; #1 of 2)
Photo Date:
5/5/1955
Upload Date:
1/21/2022 9:09:35 PM
Location:
Bay Head Junction, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 1139(4-6-2)
Views:
323
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1139, K-4S, #2 of 2, c. 1955
Description:
Here is the second of two original photos of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1139, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1956 after 39 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. ("Heisler19" A; #2 of 2)
Photo Date:
5/5/1955
Upload Date:
1/21/2022 9:10:31 PM
Location:
Bay Head Junction, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 1139(4-6-2)
Views:
360
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1139, K-4S, 1955
Description:
Here is a photo by Mayer Pearlman that was taken near Matawan, New Jersey, on 12 November 1955. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1139, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1956 after 39 years of faithful service. Gary Mittner Collection.
Photo Date:
11/12/1955
Upload Date:
3/12/2023 5:38:44 PM
Location:
Matawan, NJ
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1139(4-6-2)
Views:
344
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR "Story Of A Pacific," Page 54, 1956
Description:
Here is page 11 of a 15-page cover article by Frederick Westing entitled "This Is The Story Of A Pacific ~ The World's Greatest." It was published originally in the August 1956 issue of "Trains" magazine, page 54. All of the locomotives pictured here are PRR Class K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics." Top Left-Hand Photo: #5473 was built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in March of 1927, reconditioned in 1944, and retired in February of 1956. Top Right-Hand Photo: #3876 was built in Juniata in June of 1923 and retired in April of 1950. Bottom Left-Hand Photo: #5385 was built in Juniata in June of 1924 and retired in June of 1948. Bottom Right-Hand Photo: #1139 was built in Juniata in July of 1917 and retired in 1956.
Photo Date:
8/1/1956
Upload Date:
6/18/2018 1:54:47 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 5473(4-6-2)
PRR 3876(4-6-2)
PRR 5385(4-6-2)
PRR 1139(4-6-2)
Views:
1037
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1188, K-4S, c. 1946
Description:
Portraits 10. Here is a steam locomotive portrait of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1188, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in September of 1955 after 38 years of faithful service. Note the experimental streamlined smoke deflector. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. (#24 of 72)
Photo Date:
8/15/1946
Upload Date:
1/1/2023 5:17:58 AM
Location:
Altoona, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 1188(4-6-2)
Views:
318
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1188, K-4S, c. 1946
Description:
Here is a photo of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1188, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in September of 1955 after 38 years of faithful service. Note the aerodynamics! The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. Raymond C. Laws Collection.
Photo Date:
8/15/1946
Upload Date:
2/10/2025 2:03:58 PM
Location:
Chicago, IL
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 1188(4-6-2)
Views:
173
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1188, K-4S, 1952
Description:
Chione. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Fred Scott that was taken in Louisville, Kentucky, in May of 1952. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1188, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in September of 1955 after 38 years of faithful service. Note the experimental streamlined smoke deflector.
Photo Date:
5/5/1952
Upload Date:
3/13/2019 8:25:56 PM
Location:
Louisville, KY
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1188(4-6-2)
Views:
1116
Comments:
1
Title:
"A Picture Study Of The K-4," Page 35, 1976
Description:
Here is page 35 of a 40-page booklet published by Harry P. Albrecht entitled "A Picture Study Of The K-4." First issued in October 1967, revised in September 1976. Section Caption: "Some Modifications." Both of the locomotives pictured here are Pennsylvania Railroad 4-6-2 "Pacifics" built in Juniata. Top Photo: #5484 was built as a K-4S during October of 1927, rebuilt as a K-4SA, and retired in November of 1956. Bottom Photo: #1188 is a K-4S built during July of 1917 and retired in September of 1955.
Photo Date:
9/22/1976
Upload Date:
4/10/2019 1:25:05 AM
Location:
Altoona, PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 5484(4-6-2)
PRR 1188(4-6-2)
Views:
691
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1330, K-4S, 1937
Description:
Here is an original photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1937. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1330, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1918. ("Heisler19" B; #1 of 2)
Photo Date:
3/7/1937
Upload Date:
6/1/2024 11:14:23 PM
Location:
Cincinnati, OH
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Bridge,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 1330(4-6-2)
Views:
215
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 1330, K-4S, c. 1951
Description:
Prevosto. Here is a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken at the Passenger Station in Englewood, Illinois, c. 1951. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1330, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1918. Let's wave to the Engineman!
Photo Date:
8/15/1951
Upload Date:
1/11/2025 11:38:56 AM
Location:
Englewood, IL
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Bridge,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1330(4-6-2)
Views:
148
Comments:
0
Page
3
of
15
<-Prev
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
...
15
Next->
Site Design ©2001-2020 Tim Huemmer
Photos © respective authors
Contact:
info@rrpicturearchives.net
