52902 USRA Light Pacific 4-6-2 - Atlantic Coast Line #1528 Steam Locomotive Brand_Dapol Long-distance Italian spirit

Long-distance Italian spirit

During its first few engagements during the Battle of Britain in 1940

likely spending its day feeding on ferns

the Avro Vulcan and Vickers Valliant

52902 USRA Light Pacific 4-6-2 - Atlantic Coast Line #1528 Steam Locomotive Brand_Dapol Long-distance Italian spiritThe advent of heavier, longer passenger trains at the dawn of the 20th century called for a new type of steam locomotive. The 4 6 2 answered that call in 1901. During the First World War, the United States Railroad Administration manufactured a standardized 4 6 2 for delivery to several railroads under the organization's control. The design proved so successful, that a number of railroads built their own copies of the design upon returning to private