Reading T-1 2124 is a 4-8-4 Northern class steam locomotive.  The classification 4-8-4 meant it had four leading wheels under the smoke box front end of the locomotive, eight driving wheels under the boiler and four trailing wheels under the actual firebox and locomotive cab. 

Reading # 2124 is a historically significant locomotive as it was one of the first engines used in railroad excursion trips from 1959 to 1961.  It also appeared in Life magazine and a Joanne Woodward movie, "From the Terrace."

Currently, Reading # 2124 rests in retirement at Steamtown as a static display engine since it needs a significant amount of work to put her back into service.

For more information, please visit these excellent web sites:

The Reading T-1

Restore 2124!