SNCF 242 A 1, 4-8-4, Steam Engine
(under construction)
Country: France
Vintage: 1946
Photo: Chapelon 4-8-4
Plans: not available
Finished : view

Scale:
Top view of 242 A 1 steam engine model under construction,
Side view of 242 A 1 steam engine model under construction,
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