ABOUT THE TRAIN

This functional miniature steam locomotive is modeled after the 176-ton, Class D1-A Suburban Locomotive built in 1928 by the American Locomotive Company in Schenectady, NY for Boston & Albany Railroad. The original engine was used for commuter runs between Boston, Framingham, Milford, and Worchester.

Specifications:

• Scale: ¾ scale
• Burns: Anthracite coal
• Steam Pressure: Runs approximately 100 pounds of steam pressure
• Track: Operates on 3 ½” gauge track
• Speed: 10mph
• Power: Can pull weight of five adults
• Adaptation: For this display, it’s adapted with an electric motor to turn the wheels
• Elliott Museum Model Maker: Unknown