France c1943

Robin Barnes - Railway Art and History

Robin Barnes, Railway Art and History

Andre Chapelon's careful, scientific approach to steam locomotive design was inspirational, transforming the performance of many existing types. Although, sadly, in his own country of France, he was not given the opportunity to introduce any totally new designs and had to content himself with rebuilds, albeit with spectacular results, he came very close. After World War 2 the SNCF Nord and Est regions ordered this 6000 hp three- cylinder compound Series 152P 2-10-4 freight locomotive. Cylinders were cast for the first at least, but nothing more, as in 1952 the SNCF halted all steam locomotive construction.

Forges et Acieries de la Marine et d'Homecourt, St Chamond (construction halted) Boiler pressure 22 atm Cylinders 2HP 590X760 mm 1LP 660X760mm Coupled wheels 1650 mm Grate area 6 sq m (stoker fired) Triple 1K/IC Kylchap exhaust Max speed 110 km/h Water 35 cu m

Robin Barnes, Railway Art and History  Robin Barnes, Railway Art and History
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