Large Scale Central

Marianna and Blountstown RR

Prototypes
#1

SWMBO and I went to the Big Bend Model Railroad Association train show in Tallahassee, FL today. On the way back we stopped and took some photos of the #444 10 Wheeler. Somewhere on this or the other forum, someone was looking for information on a more modern standard gauge Annie. I thought these might fit that bill. First two pics are of the placard with a thumbnail history.

The rest are of the loco, tender and caboose.

Hope everyone enjoys. Now I have another Northwest Florida railroad to research. Bob C.

#2

Cool pictures, Bob.
That would probably make an interesting shortline to model.
Ralph

#3

Thanks Ralph. I also found a web site where you can download PDF files of topo maps. I found ones dated back to the '50s for this guy. Also part of the old ROW has been converted to a trail. Not sure if it is part of the Rails to Trails program, but interesting none the less. I may have to get back and walk or bike part of the trail. It is billed as being the shortest shortline in Florida at 28-29 miles, depending on which story you read.

Bob C.

#4

Wow, Bob! Looks almost like a B-Man 10- wheeler that’s all growed up.

#5

That is some really bright red paint! You could probably see that caboose with your eyes closed!

#6

Hey Bob,

Thanks for this posting. Marianna is right on our current route south to warmth in the winter time. We’ll had a stop and a little bike riding this coming Winter. Looks like a great place to explore.

#7

Ric,

I live in Lynn Haven (a rocks throw north of Panama City). If you would like, get up with me on your way south and we might have a cup of coffee as you pass through.

Bob C.