PRR 6289, B-8A, c. 1948         
Here is an original photo by an unidentified photographer of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6289, a B-8A (0-6-0T) tank switcher built in Juniata as a B-8 during September of 1907, rebuilt as a B-8A (0-6-0T) in January of 1927, and retired in May of 1952 after 45 years of faithful service. Note that the bell, headlight, and main driving rods have been removed in preparation for scrapping. The exact date and the location are not recorded. Roy Healey Collection; #9 of 11.
Date: 8/15/1948 Location: Modena, PA   Map Show Modena on a rail map Views: 400 Collection Of:   Thomas C. Ayers
Locomotives: PRR 6289(0-6-0)    Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
PRR 6289, B-8A, c. 1948
Picture Categories: Yard,Steam This picture is part of album:  PRR: Healey ~> PRR Switching Engines
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