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Motormike:
Rode up to Springfield Illinois to see the Union Pacific Big Boy steam locomotive.  The largest operational steam locomotive this country ever produced.  To say it was impressive is an understatement.  The thing is a monster. Within a 100 feet, the steam whistle alone is deafening.  I think half of Springfield was out to see it.  A few pics:

Stephen:
I chased BigBoy a few years ago from Oklahoma to Texas.
I also chased 4018 when they moved it in Dallas to Frisco, Towing it at 10 mph.
I can't wait for them to sell seats to ride. I rode behind the Challenger years ago.
Love steam.

Clifton:

--- Quote from: Motormike on July 19, 2026, 06:26:25 PM ---Rode up to Springfield Illinois to see the Union Pacific Big Boy steam locomotive.  The largest operational steam locomotive this country ever produced.....

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I'd like to see it. I take it even larger steam locomotives were produced in other countries?

PeteS:
I saw it last month when it came through New York. I have seen four others in museums and parks across the country. It was a pretty cool event. Hats off to Union Pacific for restoring this one putting together these cross country excursions. There has be a half gazillion youtube videos of this engine out there now.

Pete

Antietam Classic Cycle:
I couldn't get away to see it live, so watched it on the Virtual Railfan YouTube channel. Saw it at Horseshoe Curve, Cresson and Johnstown.

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