Climax Locomotive Works

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A manufacturer's drawing of a Class B Climax locomotive built by Climax Locomotive Works. The inset shows a detail of the central drive shaft. Steam locomotive climax.jpg
A manufacturer's drawing of a Class B Climax locomotive built by Climax Locomotive Works. The inset shows a detail of the central drive shaft.
Fruit Growers Supply Company Engine number 3, Climax Class C, geared locomotive Fruit-growers-supply-engine-3.jpg
Fruit Growers Supply Company Engine number 3, Climax Class C, geared locomotive

The Climax Locomotive Works (formerly the Climax Manufacturing Company) was a manufacturer of Climax geared steam locomotives between 1888 and 1928. It was based in Corry, Pennsylvania. [1]

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References

  1. Casler, Walter (11 April 2024). "Climax Engine". Corry Area Historical Society, Inc. Retrieved 11 April 2024.