Alco S5 locomotive — a Diesel That Didn’t

Alco S5 locomotive — a Diesel That Didn’t

By David Lustig | November 30, 2022

Need a small switcher? Own a short line? Alco had the diesel for you! But almost no one bought them

End cab Alco S5 locomotive in train yard in front of light tower

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