Southern Pacific Daylight Locomotives Robert J. Church

Chip Savoye — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:31:47 +0000

The book describes all of the 74 SP 4-8-4s, and the 11 Cotton Belt transfers, through informative text and extensive photographic coverage. The development, construction at the locomotive works, differences between the eight classes, including roster information, diagrams, and drawings of each class, subsequent development and tests, maintenance procedures, and the system-wide use of these powerful high-speed locomotives are described in 21 fact-filled chapters.

Researched through interviews with SP officials, examination of surviving Southern Pacific records and other sources, and with images from many amateur photographers and collectors, this is a well-documented and outstanding book. Its 731 photos, most never before published, together with 39 drawings, detailed rosters, painting and lettering information, and full bibliography, make it unusually complete and authoritative. Steam locomotive enthusiasts, and particularly fans of the Southern Pacific, are sure to enjoy this book

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Southern Pacific, Vol. 1: Daylight, Train 98-99 Richard Wright (W-42)

Chip Savoye — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 01:53:01 +0000

Book in excellent condition. The cover jacket is worn around the edges. Comprehensive history of Southern Pacfic Train 98-99. Mostly B&W Photos. There are copies of Blue Prints and Passenger Car Specifications.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0006D069G Publisher ‏ : ‎ RKW Publication (January 1, 1970)

Language ‏ : ‎ English. Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 656 pages

Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.87 pound

Probably the most comprehensive and interesting book ever written about a single train, this book examines the Southern Pacific’s “Daylight” train in every possible detail. Packed with black and white photos, you can see every part of the train as well as the stations, passengers, furnishings, etc. Over 1000 illustrations, including schematics of the equipment, maps, time tables, interior color schemes and mixing lists, rosters and consists. 656 pages.

Locator Box W-42

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Southern Pacific Daylight Locomotives Robert J. Church

Southern Pacific, Vol. 1: Daylight, Train 98-99 Richard Wright (W-42)