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Central California Traction 2001

CCT 2001 as restored. May 18, 2011. CCT 2001 as restored. May 18, 2011.

Description

Central California Traction Company 2001 is a 36-foot, double-sheathed, wooden boxcar.

History

This car was built new for the CCT by the Holman Car Company of San Francisco in September 1910. It is part of a two car series, 2001 to 2002. The car was retired in April 1963 and acquired by the Western Railway Museum at the time.

  • Vintage Photo: Vintage Photo
  • Vintage Caption: CCT 2001 at WRM before repainting. (BAERA Photo)
  • Owners: Central California Traction 2001
  • Technical Data: Type, 36-foot wooden boxcar. Builder and date, Holman Car Company of San Francisco in September 1910. Class. Underframe: wood with truss rods. Ends: wood. Roof: wood. Doors: single sliding.
  • Trucks: Truck center. Trucks, arch bar. Wheels. Wheelbase. Journals.
  • Air Brake Equipment: Air brake system: K-2. Brake cylinder: 10 X 12. Hand brake, vertical staff.
  • Dimensions: Lightweight. Capacity. Length, 36-foot. Width. Height.
  • Propulsion Equipment: None
  • Misc Data: Coupler. Draft gear.
  • Current Condition: This car is in good condition.
  • Proposed Future Treatment: The roof of this car needs to be replaced and it needs to be lettered.
  • Date Last Modified: Wednesday, 12 June 2013

Hours

Year Round
Saturdays & Sundays
10:30 am – 5:00 pm


Summer Hours (May 27 - September 1)
Thursdays (Interurban Train Rides)
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Fridays (Guided Walking Tours Only)
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Hours may vary at any time due to weather and/or the availability of our volunteers.


Closed Holidays
Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, New Years Day

Museum Location

5848 State Highway 12
Suisun City, CA 94585

(707) 374-2978

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