Aug 30, 2021 · Admittedly it was an unpractical locomotive due to its size but sweet baby jebus could it haul ass. It supposedly hit 150mph on one run and the PRR was fined for it. If true the S1 bested The Mallard's top speed run by over 20mph and easily owns the title of fastest steam locomotive EVER.

Feb 17, 2020 · Other second-hand reports indicate the S1 traveling over 140 mph (225 km/h) on multiple occasions, and an inconceivable top speed of 156 mph (251 km/h) was claimed on a run between Fort Wayne, Indiana to Chicago, Illinois. PRR was reportedly fined for this speed, as the track’s limit was 80 mph (129 km/h).

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Jan 25, 2021 · The S1 was fastest in theory, but never was able to prove it in practice. The Mallard is the record holder of the steam locomotive speed record, however it had major malfunctions during its run as a result.

Feb 14, 2023 · why is it the prr s1 considered the biggest steam locomotive ever built with a total length of 140 ft unlike the big boys with a total length of 138 ft

Sep 19, 2021 · Brass PRR S1, only one of 72 factory painted models by Gem from 1965, upgraded with LED lighting and full DCC

Oct 21, 2012 · was wondering if the PRR S1 duplex ever pulled freight cars when PRR cut off all her skirtting?

I've heard that the PRR S1 steam locomotive was considered to be preserved, but was scrapped due to the financial situation of the PRR railroad. I've also seen people say that the Otto Kuhler streamlined Milwaukee streamliner was offered to a museum, a deal which was turned down due to the museum already owning a locomotive of that wheel arrangement. Someone claimed that a preservation group ...

PRR S1 (Makes Second Place because of sleek appearance, large size, and rumored speed capabilities. Also worth noting that it was Number One for a while until my increased interest in the New Haven I-5)

Dec 27, 2023 · This O scale model of the S1 was built from plans submitted to Ed Alexander whilst the 12" to the foot model was being built . Both model and real engine were on display at the 1939 NYC World Fair lettered " American Railroads" . Alexander would make 2 additional S1's for the PRR one being displayed at the 1939 Treasure Island fair in San Francisco. Model like prototype likes straights and ...