The Locomotive That Nearly Destroyed Big Boy’s Reputation
Автор: Locomotive Geek
Загружено: 2025-11-28
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Описание: This video explores the little-known locomotive that came dangerously close to overshadowing Union Pacific’s legendary Big Boy. The transcript reveals how this rival engine stunned railroad engineers with its unexpected speed, massive tractive effort, and groundbreaking mechanical design. Test runs pushed the locomotive to extreme limits, sparking heated debates among rail experts about whether Big Boy was truly the king of steam. The story highlights performance trials, mechanical failures, and the political battles within railroad companies that nearly reshaped steam locomotive history. From engineering challenges to dramatic field tests, this video uncovers how one powerful machine almost destroyed Big Boy’s reputation forever.
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