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Union Pacific Wrecking Derrick #X-250
"The Big Hook"
This wrecking derrick was used to remove train wrecks from the rails. Its powerful diesel engine is capable of lifting up to 250 tons. That's 500,000 pounds (226,796 kg)!
This derrick was built in 1967 and retired in 1995. It was originally assigned to work on the rails near North Little Rock, Arkansas. |