Train engineer explains the origins of the ‘Big Boy’

In this interview with the Cowboy State Daily, former steam locomotive engineer Bob Krieger a member of the Sherman Hill Model Railroad Club, Inc. discusses the Union Pacific Big Boy Locomotive and explains the allure of steam engines and trains in general. The model train layout in the background is in operation and can be seen every weekend at Cheyennes Frontier Mall.

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Annaliese Wiederspahn

May 01, 20191 min read

Big Boy locomotive

Rail enthusiasts from around the world are looking to Cheyenne this weekend as the the largest steam locomotive ever built begins a trip to Utah.

In this interview with the Cowboy State Daily, former steam locomotive engineer Bob Krieger — a member of the Sherman Hill Model Railroad Club, Inc. — discusses the Union Pacific Big Boy Locomotive and explains the allure of steam engines and trains in general. The model train layout in the background is in operation and can be seen every weekend at Cheyenne’s Frontier Mall.

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Annaliese Wiederspahn

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