The VC-12 Tournatrain (VC-12) was R. G. LeTourneau’s second Overland Train. It consisted of 7 cargo cars and a control…
Continue ReadingR. G. LeTourneau, Inc. VC-12 Promotional Card
On July 4, 1954, the VC-12 Tournatrain traveled around Longview, Texas as a promotional exercise. I like how this image…
Continue ReadingThere were 6 Overland Trains
When I watch or read about Overland Trains, authors typically forget, or don’t know, that there are 6 of them.…
Continue ReadingOverland Trains Video by Calum
An acquaintance of mine posted a video on the Overland Trains today. It has been a labour of love for…
Continue ReadingAbbreviations and Acronyms
If the military is involved, you can be certain that they will use an abbreviation or acronym for their organized…
Continue ReadingTournatrain Test: Pulling Heavy Tree Crusher Push Beams & Rollers
A critical part of any newly developed machine is testing. On April 3, 1954, the VC-12 Tournatrain, R.G.’s successor to…
Continue ReadingTournatrain Painting Featured on Mechanica Popular
The May 1955 edition of Mechanic Popular (Popular Mechanics) featured an original painting you might find familiar. This cover image…
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