According to the Union Pacific Railroad, the train known as Big Boy No. 4014 is the world’s largest operating steam locomotive. On its website, the railroad company reflects on the history of ...

BELLE PLAINE, Iowa (KCRG) - Big Boy is coming to town. For those not in the know, that’s the world’s largest steam train. Big Boy Number No. 4014 was delivered to Union Pacific in 1941.

Union Pacific is hosting a private event Saturday where the train will serve as a centerpiece. Enthusiasts will get their opportunity to see Big Boy in its full glory at a public viewing Sunday at ...

17, 2024. The “Big Boy” steam locomotive didn’t stop in Lawrence this time, but it slowed down enough Thursday for 3-year-old train enthusiast Leslie Alldritt to get a good look — and ...

According to the company, the train known as Big Boy No. 4014, is the world’s largest operating steam locomotive. Could Denver International Airport become its own city? The railroad company ...

None of them get the attention or attract the crowds of Union Pacific’s Big Boy. Biggie, technically No. 4014 and the only rolling 4,000-class train, is making its third visit to the area ...

Editor’s note: This article has been updated to clarify the weight of the train. DENVER (KDVR) — “Big Boy,” one of the world’s largest trains, is taking off on Wednesday and plans to ...

Attention, Illinois train lovers: You've got one last chance to catch Union Pacific's iconic 4014 Big Boy steam engine before the locomotive chugs away. The classic train stopped in three Illinois ...