>>904622The engineer has to be able to stand inside the cab. Your pic is manchild with big toys tier.
>>903851Yeah, they had more individual charm and character. I'm guessing it had to do with manufacturing processes at the time and the fact that railroading was in its nascent stages. There were small lines everywhere so having an engine was a matter of pride.
Check out the silent film by Buster Keaton called The General. It's amazing. The stunts are awesome when you consider the era in which it was made. Pic related