Australian Railway Historical Society - Queensland

The weekend prior to its public display on July 29th, 720 underwent some further testing and performed its first solo run.

See the C17 720 restoration page for past restoration updates.Videos : Jacob Cash

On a cool June morning a fire was lit in the firebox of 720 to prepare it for steaming.

After a number of hours a good head of steam had been created, and with 1179 attached 720 moved under its own power for the first time in 39 years! After starting life as a park locomotive, this engine has come a long way in 13 years.

See the C17 720 restoration page for past restoration updates.Videos : Jacob Cash

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