Marine Steam

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Not sure of the manufacturer of this engine but it came out of a tug boat that was built in 1924. The tug was New York Central #16. The plaque on the fence says it is a single cylinder high pressure steam engine of approximate 300 HP.

[JeffK]

Where is the location of the engine? It looks so sad behind its barbed wire prison

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Jeff'
It's located on Cape Cod. Got a friend of mine negotiating with the owner. Good chance he could end up with it.

[DON.]

Howdy -

I'm a maritime writer/photographer, new to your forum after bumping into this thread in a keyword search. I covered the removal of parts and ultimate demolation of New York Central No. 16. Was interested to learn the maker and background of the engine. Can say that cast into one of the frame members is the following:
HUNT SPILLER MFG CORP
HS II 772
ATE
Somewhat below this and to the side: 630 44

I'm attaching a pic, in case I missed anything.

Does this tell us anything about the pedigree of the engine?

The engine was taken a week ago to Kingston, N.Y., along with the wheelhouse, engine-room clerestory, smokestack, davits, and other salvagable parts, with plan to install all on tug Susan Elizabeth, ex-New York Central No.3, built 1886. Was wondering how close a match this engine would be to the 1880s original? Thanks for all advice.
DON.