Katy Power: Locomotives and Trains of the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad, 1912-1985

Handsome and well-written examination of the Katy Railroad's motive power. In addition to showing each major type of steam and diesel locomotive (with rosters), the author also provides an excellent history of the "little giant of the southwest." Illustrated throughout with black and white photos of steam, diesel and diesel electric locomotives, yard goats, railcars, equipment, trackside structures and facilities. Invaluable reference work for the Katy modeler. There is an 8 page color section at the end. With decorative end papers showing system maps. 269 pages.