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Passenger locomotive no 2728, 4-4-0
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Passenger locomotive no 2728, 4-4-0
Passenger locomotive no 2728, 4-4-0. Engine constructed by the Societe Anonyme des Forges, Usines et Foderies de et a Haine-Saint-Pierre. Date: 1904
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This stunning photograph captures the power and elegance of Passenger Locomotive No. 2728, a 4-4-0 engine constructed by the Societe Anonyme des Forges, Usines et Foderies de Haine-Saint-Pierre in 1904. The locomotive's sleek design and intricate details are on full display, with its polished metal surface reflecting the sunlight and casting an intriguing glow. The 4-4-0 wheel arrangement, also known as an American type, was a common configuration for passenger locomotives during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This particular engine was well-suited for hauling passenger trains over moderate distances, thanks to its powerful and efficient design. The Societe Anonyme des Forges, Usines et Foderies de Haine-Saint-Pierre was a prominent Belgian engineering company that produced a wide range of machinery, including locomotives. The company's expertise in metalworking and engineering is evident in the meticulous construction of Locomotive No. 2728. The photograph offers a glimpse into the golden age of rail travel, when trains were the primary mode of transportation for long-distance travel and passenger comfort was a top priority. The locomotive's gleaming exterior and powerful presence would have been a familiar sight to travelers of the time, evoking a sense of excitement and anticipation as they embarked on their journeys. Today, this photograph serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and innovation of the past, as well as the enduring allure of the steam locomotive. The intricate details of the engine, from the intricately designed boiler to the delicate curves of the metalwork, are a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of the engineers and metalworkers who built it over a century ago.
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