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Help restore 5000 to steam operation. We need many volunteers to make this dream a reality. Let us know what you like to do and how you want to participate in restoring and operating this magnificent steam locomotive. We have a place for every members talents and expertise.
Above all, be SAFE, and HAVE FUN!
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Preserving Historically Significant Railroad Artifacts
AT&SF Steam Locomotive Number 5000 to be restored to steam operation!
Railroad Artifact Preservation Society, Inc.
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Sam D. Teague Photo
Type: 2-10-4 5000 Class
Builder: Baldwin Locomotive Works, Philadelphia Pennsylvania -1930
Service: Heavy freight
Driving Wheel Diameter: 69”
Cylinders: 30 Bore, 34” Stroke
Boiler Pressure: 300 lbs. per sq. in.
Boiler Diameter: 108”
Grate Area: 121.7 sq. ft.
Wheel Base: 95’ 10 9/16”
Weight in Working Order:
Engine - 502,600 lbs.
Tender - 396,306 lbs.
Total - 898,906 lbs.
Length: Engine and Tender 108’ 5 1/4”
Heating Surface: 9,665 sq. ft.
Tractive Force: 93,000 lbs.
Horsepower: 5,700 at 40 mph
Fuel: Coal 1930-1940, 27 Tons
Oil 1940 – Present, 7000 Gal.
Water: 20,000 Gal.
Pulling Power Freight:148 cars, 8,388 Tons, level grade
Speed: 60 MPH – Max allowed by AT&SF
Total Mileage: Over 1,750,000 mi.
Operating Efficiency:15% more tonnage w/ 17% less fuel in 9% less time than 2-10-2 3800 Class, using coal fuel
