Atomic Locomotives

r_i_straw May 9, 2011

  1. r_i_straw

    r_i_straw Mostly N Scale Staff Member

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    This is an interesting read. A lot of speculation at that time about steam vs diesel. And mention of the "FUTURE" atomic locomotives.
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    r_i_straw, May 9, 2011
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  2. Mike VE2TRV

    Mike VE2TRV TrainBoard Member

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    Nice article. Thanks for sharing that.

    I like them using the Alco PA as an example! :D
     
    Mike VE2TRV, May 9, 2011
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  3. SteamDonkey74

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    I love the bit about the "bugaboo of higher Diesel fuel costs if the nation's petroleum reserves begin to dwindle." Hmmm, that has ALSO already happened, Dr. Evil.
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    SteamDonkey74, May 9, 2011
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