The Central Pacific Railroad number 173 was a 4-4-0 steam locomotive that was an example of a modern steam locomotive of the time. It was the prototype used for the Central Pacific’s Sacramento Shops when the railroad began constructing locomotives. The engine was successful and more engines were subsequently built to 173’s design.
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