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I am trying to get started on a special project for a DIY Trackless Train ride. I’m recreating Southern Pacific 1221 in a Garden Scale train without trackless, using a used riding lawn mower and converting it into the Locomotive replicating the current tender and a couple 1913 Pullman cars and a Southern Pacific Caboose. 1221 is my most favorite steam locomotive, not only cause it’s the closest steam locomotive to me here in New Mexico but I feel a connection to the Locomotive. It is unlikely that 1221 will be restored back into operating condition, so this will be the closest thing I can do to bringing 1221 back to life.

Southern Pacific 1221 is a notable example of the S-10 Class 0-6-0 switchers built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in Philadelphia, PA, in 1913. Here are some key points about its history:

Modern Steam Switcher: The 1221 was one of the first “modern” steam switchers on the Southern Pacific Railroad, equipped with superheating and piston valves.
Service Role: These switchers were versatile, working in various settings such as making up freight trains or hauling rail cars to customers’ yards. The 1221 specifically served as the depot switcher at the San Jose, CA, depot, both at the Market Street and Cahill sites.
Technical Specifications: The 1221 is an oil burner with 51” drivers and 19” x 26” cylinders, operating at a boiler pressure of 190 psi and delivering 29,720 lbs of tractive effort. It weighs 154,600 lbs.
Preservation: In 1960, the 1221 was donated to the City of Deming, NM, where it is currently on display at the Deming Visitors Center.
This locomotive represents a significant piece of Southern Pacific’s history, showcasing the advancements in steam technology during the early 20th century.

I’m looking for drawings or blueprints for 1221 so I match the details as close as I can, I also am looking old video footage of 1221 if there is any.I want to use an actual small whistle and a small bell instead of the soundboard to add authenticity. This will be a fun ride for the younger generations to not only learn about history but provide a way to keep a part of Southern Pacific history alive.

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