Cadillac-Soo Lumber Company 3
Cadillac-Soo Lumber Company 3, Historic locomotive in City Park, Cadillac, United States.
The Cadillac-Soo Lumber Company 3 locomotive features three 10-inch cylinders, weighs 55,000 pounds, and holds 1,200 gallons of water capacity.
Built in 1898 by Lima Locomotive Works for the Boyne City & Southeastern Railroad, the locomotive served lumber operations until its retirement in 1956.
The locomotive represents the industrial development of Michigan, showcasing the technological innovations that transformed the lumber industry in the late 19th century.
Visitors can examine this preserved Shay locomotive at the intersection of South Lake Street and West Cass Street in Cadillac's City Park.
The locomotive's specialized geared drive system allowed it to navigate steep grades and difficult terrain while transporting heavy lumber loads.
Location: Cadillac
GPS coordinates: 44.24472,-85.39889
Latest update: March 7, 2025 09:58
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