The Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad’s quest to finish the restoration of its iconic steam locomotive, Santa Fe 3415, has ...
This legendary 'Big Boy' train has finished its major restoration project and is set to make a big return in 2026. Here's ...
Cheyenne-based Big Boy 4014, the world's largest operating steam locomotive, will make its first ever coast-to-coast tour ...
INVESTIGATES TAB ON OUR WEBSITE OR MOBILE APP. THE WORLD’S LARGEST STEAM ENGINE IS MAKING ITS WAY ACROSS IOWA THIS WEEK. RIGHT NOW, THE BIG BOY LOCOMOTIVE IS STOPPED FOR THE NIGHT AT THE RAIL YARD IN ...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — As soon as the end of next year, Nashvillians could once again hear a distinct whistle that once rang through Music City as locomotive No. 576 pulled passengers and freight ...
Ed Dickens checks in with his team, and after making sure everything is in order, he leans back in his chair, glances out the window, and takes in the brisk September afternoon air - and the crowd of ...
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Making sense of steam

More than most machines, a steam locomotive's design reflects its intended use. There are reasons why high-speed passenger locomotives have tall driving wheels and two-axle leading trucks while ...