Geared Steam Locomotive Works ©

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Points of Superiority ^230d    Note< 

"The Bell Oil Burning Steam Geared Locomotive has the following points of superiority over other types:

• Lowest in price.

• Uses cheapest fuel; kerosene, fuel oil, distillate or crude oil.

• Lowest possible center of gravity with flexible frames permits of high speed over rough track.

• 50% greater tractive effort than direct connected locomotives of equal weight.

• One man operated.

• One valve fire control.

• Accessible, simple and compact construction.

• Can be made with minimum length, width and height clearances.

• All parts interchangeable; standardized design.

• No smoke or sparks.

• Only 15 to 20 minutes to fire up from cold.

• No hand oiling.

• More speed than any other locomotive of same class.

• Low first cost, low fuel cost and long life."

Sizes and Haulage Data

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Note:  Text in DARK RED is a direct transcription from the indicated source / reference.

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