Gerry Souter 114 pages softcover
The largest fleet of named
streamliners in the United States, the Burlington Zephyrs turned heads
wherever they went. Whether breaking records or starring in feature
films such as Silver Streak, these unique trains immediately took the
nation by storm. The first diesel-electric powered streamlined trains in
America, they featured a 600-horsepower, 8-cylinder, 2-cycle Winton
201A diesel engine, and were capable of breakneck speeds. Each
succeeding generation demonstrated the latest technological changes and
enhancements. This book covers everything from the debut of the
Burlington Pioneer Zephyr at the 1933 Century of Progress Exposition to
the record-breaking run from Denver to Chicago. It also covers the many
challenges the Zephyrs faced and the technologies employed to advance
this marvel in rail transportation. Hundreds of photos demonstrate the
sleek construction of the stainless-steel livery of these silver
bullets, as well as the harmonious art-deco interior finish of the
trains' passenger compartments. Author, historian, and train expert
Gerry Souter reveals just exactly what all the fuss was about. In this
book he covers not only important milestones for the Zephyr fleet, but
also takes an in-depth look at the awesome power that propelled these
trains across the rails of America - the Winton diesel engine. A
must-read for all train enthusiasts, this book outlines how the
legendary Burlington Zephyr fleet served out their assigned duties with
distinction.
