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What was the name of the Southern Pacific's famous steam locomotive class?

  • Cab Forward

  • Big Boy

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Answer

The Southern Pacific's famous steam locomotive class was known as the "Cab Forward." These unique locomotives featured a cab at the front of the engine, allowing the crew to have better visibility and avoid smoke and steam while navigating mountainous terrain.
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