3rd Rail Brass 3 Rail PRR Skirted Q - 1 4 - 6 - 4 - 4 W/ TMCC 6130
Item History & Price
PRR Q-1 America's First Freight DuplexThe 1942-built Q1 was the PRR's first freight Duplex prototype. It was built with huge 77" drivers and streamlining.
One of the handsomest streamlined engines built at that time. The rear pair of cylinders were uniquely mounted alongside the firebox, driving the rear two pairs of drivers in what looks like, reverse; this is one of most unique features of the Q-1..PRR Q-1 Late In 1945The Q-1 was partially destreamlined. The nosecone and side skirting were removed, although the skyline casing was retained. The Q1 remained in this form until the end of it's service. It was an even more exciting locomotive with all its moving parts out for all to see and admire.. The Q-1 had one of the highest horsepower ratings of any steam engine of it's time.The huge 77" drivers of the Q-1 give it a passenger locomotive appearance when in reality it primarily pulled freight. The dynamics of the complete and scale accurate valve gear are a joy to watch. Fully detailed underskirt piping and tanks add to the realism. The trailing truck is complete with sprung axles and are prototypical in size and detailsOpening Cab Roof VentOpening Turret HatchOpening Tender Water HatchReal Coal In TenderScale Rivet SizeHundreds of Lost Wax Casting DetailsScale Side Rod Cross SectionsCoined Brass Wheel CentersCarbon Steel Tires and Flanges4mm Steel Axles Sprung in Bronze Journals