The Mikado 153-1M is waiting for a crossing at the Retiro siding. The steamer has been built by Alco in Schenectady in 1941.
An empty coal train hauled by the Mikado 153-1M is on its way to the Urussanga loading facility.
In the warm evening sun, an empty coal train has almost reached the loading facility at Urussanga.
The Mikado 153-1M is arriving at the Morro Grande station with an empty coal train. After a short stop, it will continue its way to Urussanga where the wagons will be loaded.
The train has been loaded overnight with coal at the Urussanga loading facility. It is seen here returning home to Tubarao.
An empty coal train hauled by the Mikado 153-1M is on its way to the coal loading facility at Urussanga. A Bernd Seiler charter.
Mikado 153-1M coming from Urussanga with a loaded coal train has to give her best to overcome this steep grade.
Mikado 153-1M with an empty coal train looks pretty small compared to the impressive wooden coal loading facility from Urussanga. This facility is still in use today.
Portrait of the Mikado 153-1M at the Retiro siding. This 2-8-2 steamer has been built by Alco in Schenectady in 1941 under the number 69445.
An empty coal train is ready to be loaded at the Urussanga coal loading facility.
An empty coal train coming from Tubarao has crossed the Congonhas river a few minutes ago and is now steaming towards Jaguaruna. The local cows seem to be impressed by the unusual sight of a steam... (more)
Early morning departure of an empty coal train from Tubarao.
