CPR 4-6-4 Royal Hudson Steam Loco

November 10, 2008

Elbert is planning a 1950’s layout and needs guidance from readers:

“I am just starting an HO model train layout and wanted to do a 1950’s era scene with steam locos. I am however, having a difficult time locating a 4-6-4 hudson with cn or cpr markings. So far the ones I have found are way beyond my budget as they are generally custom built brass. Also, I am researching what type of loco would have been pulling passengers when my parents emmigrated to Canada from the Netherlands in June of 1952. If anyone has any relevant info or pics on this they would be greatly appreciated.”

As a note to Elbert, Accucraft has produced 150 live steam CANADIAN ROYAL HUDSON 4-6-4 locomotives in 1:32 scale and 45mm gauge. They are handcrafted from brass and stainless steel. Production is limited in 150 models.

TECHNICAL DATA CPR 4-6-4 Royal Hudson Steam Loco

Width – locomotive 110 mm/tender 100 mm
Length – locomotive 560 mm/tender 375 mm
Height – locomotive 155 mm/tender 155 mm
Cylinders – 15.9 mm bore, 25.4 mm stroke
Minimum radius – 8 Ft
Operating pressure – 100 psi (6.9 bar)
Boiler capacity – 520 ml
Equipment – Tender pump, axle pump, blower valve (alcohol version), throttle valve, pressure gauge, quadrant reverser, whistle & valve, water glass, cylinder drain cocks and alcohol or gas firing.

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