East Broad Top #15 is a 2-8-2 Mikado type steam locomotive built in 1914 by the Baldwin Locomotive Works of Philadelphia, PA.
It was acquired to handle increased freight service, passenger service, and hauling coal on the East Broad Top Railroad.
#15 last ran in 2011, and as of 2023, it is slated to be be the next engine to be restored to operational condition now that #16's has been completed.
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- It was out of service from 2001 until 2005 undergoing repairs.
- This was the third Mikado bought by the East Broad Top. #15 was acquired to handle increased freight and passenger service. Although heavier, it is similar to #14 in many ways and delivers the same tractive effort.
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