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3 unusual facts about Central Pacific 173


Central Pacific 173

Three of these were sold to other roads, among which was Virginia and Truckee Railroad's "Dayton," which is the only preserved example of 173's design.

This engine operated for a few years in Walt's backyard railroad, and when it was shut down, the 173 model was displayed in Disneyland's Main Street station for nearly fifty years, before moving to a new museum dedicated to Disney's legacy.

In 1950, Walt Disney began to build the Carolwood Pacific Railroad, a miniature railroad in his backyard.



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