Big Boy 4014 Builds Up Head Of Steam

Big Boy 4014 puts on a great stream show!

Heading out in the early morning light makes for a terrific setting to backdrop this grand locomotive.

Of the 25 Big Boys that were built, all but 8 were scrapped, unfortunately.

Quick Facts about UP Big Boy 4014

• Rail Line: Union Pacific
• Driver diameters:-68 inches
• Power type: 4-8-8-4 Steam Locomotive Class 4000
• Builder: American Locomotive Company 1941
• Coal Consumption: 22,000 lbs per hour (converted to #5 oil)
• Locomotive and tender weight: 1,250,000 lbs
• Max Speed: 80 MPH !

Let us know if you have seen Big Boy 4014 in person. We would love to hear about your experience!