Maine Central 470 | O Gauge Railroading On Line Forum

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I know this post is not about 3-Rail trains, but if you're a fan of New England railroads the chance to restore the MEC 470 is big news! The 470 is a 4-6-2 and the last steam passenger locomotive operated by the Maine Central in June 1954. It has since sat outside, unprotected for decades in Waterville, Maine. However, last night the city council voted to sell the locomotive to the New England Steam Co. Check out their website http://www.newenglandsteam.org for more information.

12/4/138:26 PM

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NessmuckOGR Forum Member

Nice...I have a Maine Central eng and some rolling stock...need more !!!

SeacoastOGR Forum Member DIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

Interesting! After all these years. What became of the 470 club? I thought they would take the lead and restore this engine.

12/4/1311:46 PM

PopsrrOGR Forum Member

Hope they make progress towards a project.

12/4/1311:51 PM

N&W Class JOGR Forum Member

Interesting, thanks.

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