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Steam locomotive JOP-9
Tender steam locomotive with electric generator
History:
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Built in 1944 by Babcock & Wilcox at its factory in Galindo (Vizcaya) with the number 574.
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Was devoted to maneuvering in the Port of Musel (Gijón), where it worked until 1975.
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In February 1998 the locomotive was ceded to ASVAFER by the Port Authority of Gijón.
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In September 1998 the locomotive was brought from Gijón.
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In 2004 ASVAFER restored it externally, but we are still waiting for a generous sponsor
to complet the restoration to full working condition.
