These locomotives were the first in a large series of 4-8-4s of very similar design that totalled more than 200 engines. Firebox had water tubes that contributed 100 sq ft (9.3 sq m) to the …

When the Canadian National Railway (CN) introduced its first 4-8-4 in 1927, it used the name "Confederation" for the type, to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Canadian Confederation. …

Canadian National Railway No. 6400 is a preserved 4-8-4 “Confederation” or “Northern” type locomotive built in June 1936 for the Canadian National Railway (CNR).

The Canadian National Confederation Locomotive type or the Canadian National U Classes is a type of Canadian steam locomotive with a 4-8-4 wheel arrangement used on Canadian …

Apr 1, 2023 · Canadian National U-class 4-8-4 locomotives proved to be the most versatile of the type operated in North America. It’s generally accepted that the ultimate in steam power was …

CN 4-8-4 #6400 - Canadian National : Description: Power, speed and streamlining all shaped one of the most iconic Canadian locomotives ever built. CN 4-8-4 #6400 was built by the Montreal …

The Canadian National Class U-4a was a class of five streamlined 4-8-4 Northern type steam locomotives they were built by the Montreal Locomotive Works in 1936 for the Canadian …

The Canadian National No. 6400 is a Class U-4-a 4-8-4 "Northern" type steam locomotive built by Montreal Locomotive Works in 1936 for the Canadian National Railway, and the first U-4 class …

May 15, 2018 · CNR 4-8-4s are the most famous locomotives of all time. The system had a total of 160 4-8-4s built between 1927 and 1944. They are so large and heavy that CNR had to …

Jan 6, 2025 · Servicing a CN 4-8-4 The engineer and fireman in the cab of Canadian National 4-8-4 6179 wait for men on the ground to finish their work on the engine so it can depart Riviere …