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Definitly the Erie's Triplexes P-1 2-8-8-8-2 (5014-5016), name the "MATT H. SHAY" was the behemith of the bunch, in my opinion. It was only mildy successful because the boiler was so huge and improper cylinder dimensions for compounding; it lacked adequate reserves of fuel (coal & water) to make it a contender. However it was used by the Erie RR in the Helper service. Built in 1914 - to - 1916; there were four built. <br /> <br />OH, joseph2 the N&W, who were the owners of the EL. As far as I know, were never considered purchasing more huge steam. They saw the dimming light in favor of the practicle use of diesels. It would he been nice to see the Trilex resurected, but it would have required a major design overhaul and the RR's then didn't have the capital for such an unprofitable venture. The very though of seeing a steam locomotive on the EL makes my stomach go into spasms. <br /> <br />-Colin
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