As a 2-8-4 with the four driving axles in its centre sporting connecting rods, it resembled a steam locomotive from the chassis downwards but with a very diesel-age cab and superstructure.

“That’s the sound of America,” said Ross Roland, steam locomotive engineer for the 611. Powered by steam, iconic with its red and gold striping atop a shiny black body, the 611 is a showstopper.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — The restoration of a World War 2-era steam locomotive, Number 576, is forging ahead at full speed, as it finally receives its wheels back.

The World War II-era steam locomotive has been under restoration for nearly five years now, with a team of over 100 volunteers making sure every nut and bolt is put together just right so that the ...

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Measuring 85 feet (26 meters) in length (almost 133 feet/40 meters complete with tender), the locomotive has the longest engine body of any such vehicle of its kind. And, tipping the scales at an ...

There’s nothing more guaranteed to excite a grizzled old railway enthusiast than the sight of a steam locomotive. The original main-line rail propulsion technology still clings on in a few pl… ...

The San Bernardino Railroad Historical Society will be delivering its 1927 steam locomotive to Union Station as part of the two-day event. The Historical Society’s Santa Fe 3751 will be […] ...

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The Milwaukee County Zoo steam locomotive engines have been a staple since the zoo’s inception. However, the attraction is no longer the same after a big decision. The zoo is parting ways with ...

It had been out of service from 2008 to 2014, when American Steam Railroad leased it. To donate to the restoration of Locomotive No. 2100, visit americansteamrailroad.org.