Western Pacific Locomotives and Cars, Vol. 1

by Patrick C. Dorin

This photographic chronicle illustrates the steam and diesel locomotives, passenger, freight, and work cars used by the Western Pacific in the post-1930 period. Contains mechanical drawings accompanied by photographs, and includes background historical data and a roster. A vivid color section rounds out this nostalgic volume.

128 pages, Hardcover

First published May 30, 1998

Reviews

[M.J. Rodriguez · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is merely a guide aimed at the modeler of the Western Pacific Railroad. It contains mostly roster photos of WO steam and diesel locomotives, freight cars, cabooses, M of W cars and the stainless-steel cars on the California Zephyr.