RAIL: FREIGHT
1896
Georgia Railroad #724 Locomotive
"Fantail" Steam Locomotive
TYPE
Baldwin Locomotive Works
BUILDER
Last coal-burner steam engine to operate in the St. Louis area. Primary function was to operate as a switch engine for different companies in the area. It was called a "fantail" because of its sloping tender's allowing for greater visibility for the crew. Various parts are colored coded for informational purposes.