More motive power for the logging railroad.
A United (PFM) 2 truck shay just arrived. Made in 1961 but runs like it was just made. Presently I have a 3 truck shay so this makes a nice addition to the logging railroad. Still looking good for a 54 year old engine!
Logging railroad.
I haven't posted any pictures of the logging railroad.
It has two switch backs to get into the valley. The valley has a passing siding and a small logging yard plus houses and industries.
The grade is steep at 10% but the shays can handle it: slow but sure footed.
Coming out of the valley, the logging railroad interfaces with the GN mainline.
There is a pretty good size yard at the interface plus a John Allen's 'time saver' next to the yard which serves several industries.
The turntable is an 'armstrong' turntable (more like a 'fingerstrong' one!).
When I used to have monthly operating sessions, one fellow always took the logging railroad. He enjoyed being by himself, having a good time.
