Union Pacific Big Boy

1941Cheyenne hub

CountryUSA

Year Opened1941

RouteCheyenne hub

About Union Pacific Big Boy

The largest steam locomotive ever built at 132 tonnes. Only 25 were made, 8 survive. Could pull 5,360 tonnes up steep grades. 40 meters long. One was restored to operation in 2019.

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