Heisler Geared Locomotives Catalog Lynn C. Koch For all lovers of the

For all lovers of the Pacific Northwest

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ISBN10: 031072144X

Author: Grace Greene

Heisler Geared Locomotives Catalog Lynn C. Koch For all lovers of theIn 1892 Charles Heisler received a patent for a new kind of geared locomotive. Equipped with twin canted cylinders, the engine utilized a drive shaft to power outboard axles and connecting rods to power the inboard axles. As a result of this 'vee twin' arrangement, the Heisler was one of the fastest geared steam locomotives, providing more power with lower operating costs. Over 600 Heislers were produced from the 1890's until 1941, when the Heisler