Among Southern Pacific's most capable steam engines were the 4300-series
Mountains. Most were built in SP's own Sacramento Shops. They were workhorses in fast
passenger and freight duties.
Here is the complete story of these locomotives, from their design, through construction and maintenance, to their extensive service assignments. A rich collection of technical data, drawings, and photographs complements the detailed and thoroughly researched text.
Newly revised from the first edition, The 4300 4-8-2's has 24 new pages, 40
new photographs (9 in color), an expanded chapter on tenders, an index and references,
and numerous additions and enhancements throughout, making it even more authoritative
and complete than the original version. Out of print for nearly 15 years, the first edition of
this book has been difficult to find from used book dealers, and has commanded prices of
$125 to $175 in recent years.
"A superb book about an outstanding Southern Pacific locomotive type. The text is well written, filled with authoritative research, and supplemented with an excellent selection of photos and drawings."
- -- Guy Dunscomb, railroad historian and author
"An excellent and informative work. Indispensable for any steam enthusiast."
- -- William Kratville, locomotive historian and author
"Well researched and very well organized. All of us can be nothing but pleased with the material. We recommend it for railfans and modelers alike."
- -- Robert Hundman, in Mainline Modeler magazine
Particulars: The 4300 4-8-2's, by Robert J. Church Price:
$55, hard covers
Size: 176 pages, 8.5" x 11"; 40 drawings, 243 B&W photographs,
10 color photos
ISBN: 0-9633791-4-3 Publication date: June 1, 1996
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