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ALCO Reference #1 [Paperback]

Bob Liljestrand (Author)

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Book Description

Publication Date: December 1, 1998

Features brand new locomotives as they looked when they emerged from the American Locomotive Co. (ALCO) shops in Schenectady, New York. From early steam to their final diesels, this collection of black and white builders photos is a MUST for every ALCO fan! More than 200 photos plus locomotive diagrams and data fill this huge 224 page book. This is a great reference tool for anyone with ALCO diesels or steam locomotives on their model railroad.

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ALCO Reference #1 will definitely take its place in the libraries of historians and prototype modelers alike. -- Vintage Rails October 1999

The book includes dates for the ordering, building, and delivering of specific locomotives pictured. In addition, order numbers and any other pertinent dates and information is included. All the information presented has beeen painstakingly researched to maintain a high level of accuracy.

I cannot go into every notable photograph in this book. It would take more pages in Model Railroad News than we can devote to the subject. Plus, I don't want to spoil the surprise if you haven't already purchased this book. If you haven't, shame on you. This book should have a spot in every modeler's or rail historian's library. -- Model Railroad News Oct. 99

About the Author

Bob Liljestrand is the owner of Bob's Photo. The depth of his extensive collection of railroad photography is truly remarkable, covering nearly all railroad subjects back into the 1920's. This is his first book comprised of images from his vast collection.

Product Details

Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: Railroad Press (December 1, 1998)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0965770923
ISBN-13: 978-0965770927
Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.4 x 0.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,425,630 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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