STEAM LOCOMOTIVE

Series: Running the railroad series

Duration: 22 min

Year Published: 1942

Creator: NY Central

Format: 16mm

Sound: Sound

Description: "Steam Locomotive follows the FREIGHT YARD (class 385) as the second in a series designed to show 'behind the scenes' activities of modern railroading." "The modern type locomotive is the chief subject of the film, and its construction, operation, maintenance and capabilities are clearly explained. The action of the automatic stoker, air brakes, water scoop and other mechanisms is shown in detail, and an animated sequence explains the principle of steam production and the manner in which the steam moves the engine." "Impressive scenes showing magnificent trains in action precede the scenes that depict service and repair in the roundhouse. Exceptional shots from the cab of the locomotive and from moving trains adjacent to the engine conclude this film." Movie makers

Complete Record: Series: Running the railroad series Dewey number: 621.13 Audience level: jh-sh-c-trade-adult Format/cost: 16-sd-loan Distributors / rental: Bell & Howell Company; Indiana University 50c; Boston University; University of Michigan; University of California; Swank Motion Pictures; DeVry Films and Laboratories; University of Illinois; Syracuse University

Metadata Source:Educational Film Guide 1946