Railtown 1897 - Part 2 of 2 - Steam Train Ride - #28 #14 #599 - 2010

[isthisright84]

Why do they run the train backwards?

[kenoracle]

The train makes a 6-mile run (3 miles each way). At the end of the run, there is no turntable that would swing the engine around. Therefore, the engine pulls the cars "in reverse" on the outgoing leg of the trip, then "fronts" back to the station. If you re-run the video, this will become clear about half-way through.

PS: In addition to this 'train ride' video, please see 'Part 1 of 2 - Roundhouse Tour' to complete the Railtown 1897 experience.

[PREZILLA2009]

Please People dont let these steam engines become history.

[kenoracle]

Thanks for the comment. Hopefully, the people in power are able to see the value in preserving historical landmarks such as Railtown 1897. Railtown has been on the list more than once in the past, and has staved off extinction so far.

[RoundhouseRat]

Thanks, Ken. Enjoyed the footage and talking with you on the train yesterday. Hopefully many train enthusiasts will watch this and come out in support of keeping Railtown 1897 open.

[SierraRailway]

Fantastic job! Since this was filmed many years ago, it really brings some memories I have of old #28 to life again. Thanks for sharing, I am also a volunteer at Railtown, and am a HUGE fan of "3-spot", Sjerra's #3. I really appreciate this video, and your effort to publicize the park.