Cog Railway

The mechanics of the cog railway allow it to continuously climb steep gradients up the mountain. The train uses a unique cog wheel that meshes with the tracks. The engine pushed the train car from behind. This photograph, taken at Sun of a Gun Hill, shows the 25% gradient that the train was capable of climbing.c. 1891. J.G. Hiestand. credit: Manitou Springs Historical Society at Miramont Castle Museum, Manitou Springs, CO

 

 

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