Pacing UP 844 to Cheyenne

Pacing UP 844 to Cheyenne | Train Fanatics Videos

UP 844 hi balling with the Spirit of the Union Pacific veterans tribute!

The smoke deflectors are designed to move the smoke away from the locomotive in order to give the engineers better visibility. While her normal speed is around 75-80 mph, Union Pacific #844 was built to withstand speeds of up to 120 miles per hour safely!

UP 844 was the last steam locomotive built for the Union Pacific Railroad and was designated for passenger service during her illustrious career.

Quick Facts

  • Rail Line: Union Pacific
  • Power type: 4-8-4 Steam Locomotive FEF-3 class Northern
  • Builder: American Locomotive Company
  • Locomotive and tender weight: 907,890 lbs
  • Tractive effort: 63,750 lbf

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