Reading 902 Arriving On Track 6
by Gene Walls
Title
Reading 902 Arriving On Track 6
Artist
Gene Walls
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Actually, this is a pair of diesel locomotives, the Reading 903 and 902, in a push-pull configuration. They are currently on static display at the Steamtown, USA National Park & Museum in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Both of these General Motors FP7 engines were built together in 1950 and were completed at the same time, on June 1st. They were used as a pair frequently, beginning with their first official run on the Reading Company Line on June 6th of that year.
The Reading 902 & 903 have been on loan from the Reading Company Technical and Historical Society since January of 2010, in exchange for excursion rights.
This photograph was captured on November 11th, 2013. It was taken with a Canon 5D DSLR, through a Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L lens at the 29mm focal length. The shutter speed was 1/160th of a second, with an aperture of f/8, ISO 100. The camera was mounted on a Manfrotto tripod, with a Manfrotto 222 Pistol Grip head. A remote shutter release cable was also used.
This image is presented “As-Is”, with no alterations or embellishments.
© 2013 Gene Walls
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November 13th, 2013
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Comments (3)
Donna Brown
Good to see the old train again. Might even road it. Originally from Reading. Outstanding photo Gene.
Gene Walls replied:
Thank you very kindly, Donna! These engines spent half a century on the Pennsylvania rails. It is quite possible that a train you rode could have been pulled by one or both of these locomotives. Best wishes, Gene
Marvin Spates
Wow what a beauty!!! I have always love trains Gene!!!
Gene Walls replied:
Thank you so much, Marvin! My dad worked for B&O Railroad and my oldest friend just retired from GE Transportation (Locomotives). Trains have been an important part of my life. Kindest regards, Gene