Vandy Tender in Fort Worth, TX, circa 2002
Former NC& St.L Vandy tender as probably used behind a L-1 Mike
(I have no other info as yet), converted to work train service (couplers
both ends and freight car air brake system added) and used by the
L&N as such till about 1992. It was then sold to an outfit in
Texas who had great plans for it and has never used it since. Now
it is surplus. Supposedly it is in good condition, not on original
trucks but the original (worn out) Vulcan friction trucks are also
available.
Approximate
measurements are:
1. Approximate length - still unknown;
2. Height - 12' high
3. Width - 10' 2" wide
4. Estimate of weight -- as near as we can figure, 25 tons without
the trucks
5. The 4 Vulcan Friction trucks weigh about 4 tons apiece
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