PRR 9845, Fairmont, 1964         
MofW Equipment. Here is an original photo that I took in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, on 8 August 1964. On the left is the Pennsylvania Railroad's Fairmont "Flame Thrower" #9845. This machine has at least two functions, depending upon the season. In the winter, it is used to melt snow and ice that might foul switches. In the summer, it is used to burn track-side weeds. On the right are two tank cars (carrying water) and PRR Motor Car #7715. These would follow the "flame thrower" (pictured at left), and a Railroader would spray water on any still-burning weeds. All are parked adjacent to the PRR's Freight Station on South Juniata Street.
Date: 8/8/1964 Location: Hollidaysburg, PA   Map Show Hollidaysburg on a rail map Views: 712 Collection Of:   Thomas C. Ayers
Rolling Stock: PRR 9845 (MofW Equipment) PRR 7715 (MofW Equipment) Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
PRR 9845, Fairmont, 1964
Picture Categories: RollingStock,Yard,Station This picture is part of album:  PRR: Hollidaysburg, PA ~ MoW Equipment
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