Description:

The cast iron builder's plate with serial number 74955, dated September 1950, belonged to a specific Baldwin S12 diesel-electric switcher locomotive originally owned and operated by the Lehigh Valley Railroad. : This plate sat on Lehigh Valley Railroad (LV) engine #233. Prior to the war, Baldwin primarily cast its builder plates out of bronze or brass. However, the War Production Board heavily restricted copper and tin to conserve materials for military ammunition shells and wiring. As a result, Baldwin shifted strictly to heavy cast iron for its plates during this timeframe, which perfectly aligns with the composition of plate 74955. The 10.5" x 14.75" measurement is the exact dimension for the large, rectangular, or slightly arched builder's plates bolted to the sides of the smokebox or cab on these specific export Mikados. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request

  • Dimensions: 10.5" x 14.75"
  • Condition: Very Good Condition. It has been repainted

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July 13, 2026 5:00 PM EDT
Canandaigua, NY, US

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