Lima Erie #665 Diesel Locomotive Railroad Photochrome Postcard
$ 2.51
Description
Lima Erie #665 Diesel Locomotive Railroad Photochrome Postcard. Captured in a detailed, realistic color photograph, the image showcases the 1200 horsepower switcher locomotive in an industrial rail yard setting, with a conductor visible in the cab and a backdrop of warehouses. This vintage photochrome postcard features the Erie #665 diesel locomotive built by the Lima Locomotive Works, a notable manufacturer originally known for steam engines who transitioned to diesel models post-World War II. Captured in a detailed, realistic color photograph, the image showcases the 1200 horsepower switcher locomotive in an industrial rail yard setting, with a conductor visible in the cab and a backdrop of warehouses. The postcard's back provides informative context about the locomotive and its builder, emphasizing that neither the Erie line nor Lima survived past the 1960s, making this an intriguing collectible for railroad enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Produced by Railcards.com, this standard 5.5 x 3.5 inch postcard is an original from the Photochrome era (1939 to present), offering both historical significance and a vivid visual appeal.
