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The REAL Polar Express

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Now, most of you know that Pere Marquette 1225 was the prototype for The Polar Express movie. However, I think the Erie 2-8-4 was also the inspiration because it has a much skinnier boiler than the 1225. And yes, you might think I'm crazy. But, please, don't rub it in.
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As awesome as this looks, the front end of the engine in the movie is the only area where it resembles an Erie S-3. They simply removed the superheater, numberboards, and marker lights, but other than that, it's definitely a Pere Marquette N-1.