The Low-Tech Times

Here in the eastern United States, I was very disappointed when Norfolk Southern discontinued their steam operations program in 1994. Fortunately, mainline steam fans in the West still have something to be grateful for. Union Pacific Railroad continues to own and operate two steam locomotives, U.P. 4-8-4 844 and U.P. Challenger 3985.

Number 844 recently led a 34 car passenger train to the Democratic National Convention. The train will be on display at the event. Talanalea posted a Youtube video of the train near Cheyenne, WY on its way to Denver.

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