Steam Engine -- #700

This old beauty was in town for the past 24 hours. I had a blast getting these shots. The enormity of this machine is astounding.

I hope you enjoy.

All are nice shots - my favorite is number 2. I like the steam in number 3. What can you tell us about old 700?

Very nice. It looks like the engine In Sugar Creek Ohio owned by the Ohio Central.

Thanks for the nice comments.

According to an article in the local paper, the 700 is a steam locomotive that was in service from 1938 through 1956 for the Spokane, Portland and Seattle Railway The SP&S 700 is 110 feet long and 17 feet tall.

It was built in 1938 by Baldwin. It was never modified while in service and has been restored, maintained and operated as constructed.

I posted a couple more in the BW/Experimental forum as well. You can check them out here: https://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthre​ad.php?t=211590

She's a beauty. Nothing like the raw power of steam to spark the kid in all of us.

That's a pretty one! Gotta love the old steamers!

All great shots, I like #3 the best.

You know, you're absolutely right! I found myself almost giddy just being around this thing. It took me right back to my train set as a kid. I loved seeing it.

The sheer magnitude of this piece of equipment is awe inspiring.

Thanks for the comments everyone.

Those are all great shots but number 3 is my favorite with all the steam...

Jon.

Very much, thank you.
Great shots. I wish one like this would come south by me. Which way did this one head out as it was leaving?
-Bruce

Thanks Jon & Bruce.

It headed back to Portland, its home base. I think it comes to town (Salem, Oregon) every year. I'm not sure where else it goes.

they are gorgeous shots showing it beautifully

the first shot looks like the engine has a handlebar moustache

Thanks Marie.

I thought I'd share a few more of this magnificent beauty:

Two more...