COME VISIT BIG BOY IN FORT WORTH!
Big Boy No. 4014, the world’s largest operating steam locomotive, was built by Union Pacific Railroad and holds a place of immense significance in American railroad history. Introduced in the 1940s, it was designed to haul heavy freight loads across the challenging terrain of the American West. With its massive size and impressive power, the Big Boy revolutionized freight transportation, allowing for more efficient and economical movement of goods.
Of the eight remaining Big Boys in existence today, No. 4014 is the only one still in operation. The seven other remaining Big Boys are on public display in St. Louis, Mo.; Dallas, Texas; Omaha, Neb.; Denver, Colo.; Scranton, Pa; Green Bay, Wis.; and Cheyenne, Wyo.
| Thursday, Oct. 10 | |
| Fort Worth, Texas Fort Worth T&P Station 275 W. Lancaster Ave. |
On Display: 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Admission to see the Big Boy is free and open to the public. |
| Friday, Oct. 11 | |
| Fort Worth, Texas Fort Worth T&P Station 275 W. Lancaster Ave. |
On Display: 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Admission to see the Big Boy is free and open to the public. |
How to get to Fort Worth T&P Station
Ride Trinity Metro TEXRail, which runs between Fort Worth and DFW Airport.
Ride Trinity Railway Express, which runs between Fort Worth and Dallas.
Ride Trinity Metro On-Demand Southside.
Ride Trinity Metro bus Route 6 or Molly the Trolley.
Ride Fort Worth Bike Sharing, which offers a special code for a free day pass: BIKE1024.
Interested in keeping up with Big Boy’s travels? He started the Heartland of America Tour in late August and will complete his journey on Oct. 23. Check our Big Boy’s itinerary.
Want to learn more about Big Boy? Check out these fact sheets!
Learn more about Union Pacific’s steam program at http://upsteam.com, which includes photos, videos and schedule information along with an interactive map tracking No. 4014’s current location.
