1225 Perre Marquette Grade Crossing

The Pere Marquette #1225 a 2-8-4 Berkshire locomotive is the sister locomotive to the Nickle Plate Road’s #765.

She is owned by the Michigan State Trust for Railway Preservation and is used for rail excursions on the Great Lakes Central Railroad.

Quick Facts

• Rail Line: Great Lakes Central Railroad
• Train Name: Pere Marquette #1225 (Berkshire)
• Power type: 2-8-4 Steam Locomotive class N-1
• Builder: Lima Locomotive Works 1941
• Locomotive and tender weight: 727,300 lbs
• fuel type: coal

If you’ve ever taken a ride on the Pere Marquette #1225 excursion or a train like this let us know in the comments below! Would love to hear your experience on this classic piece of history!