A.C. Gilbert Minneapolis & St. Louis (MStL) DS-4-4-660
Model Manufacturer Info
Manufacturer:
A.C. Gilbert
Manufacturer ID:
21813
Prototype Info
Category:
DS-4-4-660
Year/Era:
1946
Manufacturer:
Baldwin-Lima-Hamilton (BLH)
Dimensions:
46'6"
Weight:
196,600lbs
Road Name:
Minneapolis & St. Louis (MStL)
Ext. Reference:
Ext. Reference:
Model Info
Gauge:
AF
Introduced:
1958
Road Number(s):
21813
Product Type:
Plastic
Finish:
painted & lettered
Wheels:
hi-rail
Couplers:
AF
Online Article:
Online Article:
Notes:
The #21813 Baldwin switcher was produced in 1958 and again in 1960 as uncataloged items. The two variations include the 1958 model that has a footplate that extends from the bottom of the steps and an unpainted aluminum frame, shown in the photo (and Photo #2). The 1960 model is the second variation, which lacks the footplate on the bottom of the steps. In addition, the #21813 has a black painted aluminum frame. Finally, the #21813 has a manual reversing function as indicated by the silver metal lever that protrudes through the side just above the fuel tanks that can be seen in the photo.
(image copyright © Ted Hamler; used by permission)
(image copyright © Ted Hamler; used by permission)