AlpineCMR Wrote:
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> RGS #20 being there would open up the possibility
> of some RGS recreations, especially if K27 #463
> could be disguised as RGS K27's #455 or #461. The
> famed Lizard Head Fall Stock trains may be one
> idea with #20 and #455 or #461 double-heading, or
> with the K27 pulling and #20 assisting at the
> rear, cut-in ahead of the caboose.
>
> Or the 1940's Rocky Mountain Railroad Club
> excursion train, with #20, 2 D&RGW passenger cars,
> an open gondola and the RGS short caboose. Photos
> of this train can be seen in Mallory Hope
> Ferrell's book "Narrow Gauge Country."
>
> Chris
I like what you thinking Chris. However 455 would be the only correct option for 463, as 461 had different cylinders. But honestly 463 as is would also be correct. 20 will be done in 1944-1947 appearance. It is believed that 463 didn't receive the flying grande till 43 or 44.
The Rocky club trips would require green cars, and I believe all the C&T historic coaches will be maroon.
That being said, a double header with 463, or a mid train helper setup would still be fun to see.
315 could also be used, but might need a flying grande movie paint treatment.
We will see how things play out next year. We are certainly open to all opinions with 20.
Jeff Taylor
CRRM curator of equipment and rolling stock.