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Model of "Brother Jonathan" Locomotive
Catalog #: 335608,
Accession #: 1977.0358
Currently on loan
From the Smithsonian Collection
This is a ½” scale model of a Mohawk & Hudson Railroad locomotive built by West Point Foundry of New York City. It was designed by John B. Jervis, and was the first locomotive to have a leading truck. The model was based on an original drawing in the Smithsonian Institution collection. |
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Physical Description |
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Model. Dimensions: 14"L x 8"H x 3-1/2" W (less base). Color: green and black with brass trim. Materials: wood, steel, brass. Weight. 5-6 pounds.
Scale: ½ inch to 1 foot
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Details |
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History |
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Original Model: Weight: 8 1/2 tons. Cylinder: 9-1/2" diameter X 16" stroke. Wheels: 60" diameter.
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Manufacturer
West Point Foundry
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