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| Author: | Andrew Martin [ Sat Dec 13, 2003 2:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Looking for Info |
Can anyone tell me about these and what they were used for. just follow tyhe link Andrew Martin http://http://www.ozarkmountainrailcar.com/new_page_163.htm amartin@wlu.edu |
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| Author: | Andrew Martin [ Sat Dec 13, 2003 2:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Looking for Info |
Sorry bout the bad link Trying again Andrew Martin http://www.ozarkmountainrailcar.com/new_page_163.htm amartin@wlu.edu |
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| Author: | Bob Yarger [ Sat Dec 13, 2003 3:03 pm ] |
| Post subject: | GE critter |
This is an early version of the GE 23 or 25 ton switcher. Grandt Line makes one in both HO and O scale. This is a classic critter. I hope someone gets it. > Can anyone tell me about these and what they > were used for. just follow tyhe link > Andrew Martin ryarger@rypn.org |
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| Author: | Alan Levy [ Sat Dec 13, 2003 3:36 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Cute little critter! |
I can't say much about unit itself but, it could be a great Hanukah / Xmas gift idea! Almost would fit under a tree! By the way, I think Grandt Line made one of these in H.O. -Alan Levy alanl759@aol.com |
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| Author: | BrianF [ Sat Dec 13, 2003 10:17 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Looking for Info |
> Can anyone tell me about these and what they > were used for. just follow tyhe link > Andrew Martin It's essentially a small, light duty, and inexpensive switch engine for industrial operators that don't need, or can't afford a larger switch engine. These small industrial switchers are commonly referred to as "critters" and are a whole sub-field of preservation, and rail enthusiasm. There are a couple of Yahoo groups where they are discussed at great length. Jay Reed maintains a list, and updates his books on critters and industrial locomotives regularly. His web site and books are a good place to start. There are also numerous web sites available through search engines on the topic. Critters, Dinkys and Centercabs brianf425@yahoo.com |
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| Author: | BrianF [ Sat Dec 13, 2003 10:25 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: GE critter |
> This is an early version of the GE 23 or 25 > ton switcher. Grandt Line makes one in both > HO and O scale. This is a classic critter. I > hope someone gets it. According to Jay Reed's book, this is a 23 ton unit and was one of 11 20 and 23 ton units built in 1938 and 1939. Critters, Dinkys and Centercabs brianf425@yahoo.com |
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| Author: | Jeff A. [ Mon Dec 15, 2003 1:21 am ] |
| Post subject: | Some info Here |
http://my.execpc.com/~jcampbel/ageir40.html According to this site it's the 20-ton model. Predecessor of the 23-tonner. This critter is probably the last of it's kind, the price is a bargain. Durn, wish I had an extra 5 big ones lying around.......... J jeff_acock@hotmail.com |
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| Author: | Andrew L Martin [ Mon Dec 15, 2003 11:10 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Some info Here |
Hi gents Thanks for the info on this little beauty. Andrew Martin amartin@wlu.edu |
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| Author: | John J. Blair [ Tue Dec 16, 2003 1:23 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Some info Here |
> http://my.execpc.com/~jcampbel/ageir40.html > According to this site it's the 20-ton > model. Predecessor of the 23-tonner. WRONG It is a 23 tonner. Look at the sideframe plates- A 20 or 21 tonner would have triangular cutouts in those sideframes. Personally, $5k is a little steep. I paid $400 for mime (Wickwire Bros. #7 GE,1941, SN 15007 23-Ton end cab) John J. Blair jjbx@twcny.rr.com |
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| Author: | Jeff A. [ Wed Dec 17, 2003 12:29 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Some info Here |
I beg to differ. It is a 20-tonner. Note the single side window, (23-tonner had a pair). Also, this unit dates to 1938; the 23-ton model was introduced in 1939. In re the price, 5G is certainly reasonable for a lokie this rare and unique. Your $400 deal was a steal, apparently, but GE end cabs are a lot more common box cabs. J jeffAcock@hotmail.com |
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