Only once did the CB&Q offer a steam fantrip with two big engines -- one was a 2-10-4, Number 6315. Unfortunately, there was trouble along the way to Galesburg.
My First Fan-trip, Not one but two big steamers
Very nicely done, Glen. Your story was both well written and beautifully illustrated. It would be nice to see it printed in a future issue of Classic Trains.
Wayne
Thanks for the great article and photos. I think the Burlington had some of the nicest looking steamers ever. The 6300s were beautiful locos. It's a shame the day turned sour for the 6315 and the fans but at least she did have her moment in the sun! I have heard the recordings of the trip and she sounded as fine as she looked. I think the real tragedy was having the 5632 scrapped rather than preserved.
Roger Huber
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