Virginian Railway Class A 2-6-6-6 Steam Locomotive No. 700 - Engineering Marvel #164970 (License: Personal Use)

The Virginian Railway Class A No. 700, built by the Lima Locomotive Works in 1941, was the most powerful steam locomotive ever constructed, rated at 7,500 horsepower and capable of hauling 14,000-ton coal trains over steep mountain grades. Its 2-6-6-6 wheel arrangement featured two sets of driving wheels connected by an articulated frame, with a massive boiler and a 16-wheel tender labeled “VIRGINIAN.” The drawing meticulously captures engineering details including valve gear, pistons, sand domes, and cab layout.

Used on heritage railway websites, museum exhibits, railfan blogs, and educational resources about American steam locomotive history; targets users researching historic heavy-haul locomotives or seeking high-resolution technical illustrations for restoration or modeling projects.