The decades-long effort to advance the design and technology of steam locomotives constantly circled back to the idea of “make it bigger.” Articulated engines took that notion and doubled it both ...

Steve Smedley Since 2019, Union Pacific has been in the steam spotlight with its restored 4-8-8-4 Big Boy No. 4014. In 2024, CPKC stole some of ... has operated through three countries on the same ...

June 17, 2024--Union Pacific announced today that its legendary steam locomotive Big Boy No. 4014 will embark on a second tour this year, with a trip planned this fall in middle America ...

The railroad did not respond to additional requests ... “I made comments about the tower being a fairly iconic piece of history of the Union Pacific, especially tied to 4014 and steam engines, but ...

In the 1959 Union Pacific movie Last of the Giants ... gallons to the mile not miles to the gallon. No. 4014 began life as a coal burning locomotive, like all the other Big Boys.

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This annual event will feature an impressive line-up of steam locomotives, offering enthusiasts and families a memorable experience on one of the UK's most scenic heritage railways. Along with two ...

The Erlestoke Manor Fund has announced that 7802 Bradley Manor has passed a hot insurance exam. The exam took place at ...

Volunteers at the Corris Railway have started the 10-year overhaul of steam locomotive No. 7, a replica of Talyllyn Railway ...

Kamloops' beloved steam locomotive may be back on new tracks by ... But Minton said having the train up and running on longer excursions would be good for the city, bringing in more tourism ...