I was one of the naysayers saying that UP 844's unassisted 2017 trip was some of the last diesel-free mainline American steam we'd ever see. But here's 4014, finally stretching her legs by herself for the first time since the '50s. Absolutely awesome.
Excellent video showing great pacing shots and the clean efficiency of this magnificent engine, this time without a diesel assist for the moment. She's running so smooth. Hope you get some great footage as she passes through Echo Canyon.
Wouldn't you know it? Ed changed things up and they are running without a diesel unit this time. More than likely, a diesel will be added later. But as of now, it's steam only. Yeah!!
A few years ago, who could have even imagined one of these would ever run again? If they restore a B-36 to flying condition I can die happy. I suspect I'm going to have to be happy with this.
To call it "Big Boy" is an understatement! It still rates as one of the most powerful locomotives ever built! And one truly amazing thing is that it was designed using only drafting tables and ink!!
Again people say that the diesel was a helper. The diesel was there because of the PTC (positive train control) system and now UP has installed the system on the 4014 itself. The diesel can also provide dynamic braking to save wear and tear on the braking shoes. In case of a low water situation, the diesel can haul the train to the nearest water source, because today you don't have water towers every few miles. I agree that a steamer looks better without a diesel in sight, but keep in mind we are not in the steam era anymore so modern problems require modern solutions.
It be cool if I can ride a train pulled by that big locomotive. I remember watching an old show about that locomotive and the show is called The Last of the giants. I like trains as much as much as I like extinct animals, kaijus and DC comics
I wonder why these UP steam trains rarely (if ever) carry passengers. In Europe, almost all steam-hauled trains are passenger trains, and the tickets at least partly pay for the operation of the steam locomotives.
I was one of the naysayers saying that UP 844's unassisted 2017 trip was some of the last diesel-free mainline American steam we'd ever see. But here's 4014, finally stretching her legs by herself for the first time since the '50s. Absolutely awesome.
That's the beauty of her having PTC.
Excellent video showing great pacing shots and the clean efficiency of this magnificent engine, this time without a diesel assist for the moment. She's running so smooth. Hope you get some great footage as she passes through Echo Canyon.
I absolutely LOVE that they got her running without a helper Diesel.
Wouldn't you know it? Ed changed things up and they are running without a diesel unit this time. More than likely, a diesel will be added later. But as of now, it's steam only. Yeah!!
A few years ago, who could have even imagined one of these would ever run again? If they restore a B-36 to flying condition I can die happy. I suspect I'm going to have to be happy with this.
I love when both drivers are sinchronized
Big boy sure knows how to command admiration and respect.
Love the sound of steam engines specially the 4014.
A train sitting right in front. Brilliant
To call it "Big Boy" is an understatement! It still rates as one of the most powerful
locomotives ever built! And one truly amazing thing is that it was designed using
only drafting tables and ink!!
Great views of the exhaust , he sure is sticking the Boot into the Big Girl .
Thx For uploading the Videos Mike I'm missing the Up 844 but she'll be back next year but I love the fabulous shots of the 4014🚂🚃🚃🚃
Totally awesome!!! Love the UNION PACIFIC!!!!!!
Yo great one man, it’s cool to see this steam locomotive running at speed!
Nice video
Outstanding video! Thank you!!
Thank You very much for video.
Thank You Very Much, one of the best pacing videos I've seen yet of 4014
Outstanding video. A total Eye and Eargasm. To quote W, "heck of a job." Copious thanks.
Again people say that the diesel was a helper.
The diesel was there because of the PTC (positive train control) system and now UP has installed the system on the 4014 itself.
The diesel can also provide dynamic braking to save wear and tear on the braking shoes.
In case of a low water situation, the diesel can haul the train to the nearest water source, because today you don't have water towers every few miles.
I agree that a steamer looks better without a diesel in sight, but keep in mind we are not in the steam era anymore so modern problems require modern solutions.
Thank You.
If you want to know what looking at a train behind another train is like… this is your video!
All those pesky takers and covered hoppers in the way earlier on. Nice pacing !
Yea that was unfortunate timing on that other train’s part.
@@FanRailer the railroad needs to keep running even if 4014 is out
Nice To See 4014 Hauling A Train With No Diesel Helper Thanks To The Newly Installed PTCZ System.
Wow
It be cool if I can ride a train pulled by that big locomotive. I remember watching an old show about that locomotive and the show is called The Last of the giants. I like trains as much as much as I like extinct animals, kaijus and DC comics
On the third clip I’m one or two cars behind you
Looks like Ed has an engineer in-training.
Union Pacific big boy #4014 Stream Train 2024 Westward Bound Tour Day Two (July 2,2024) Fan Railer
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Nice. So they are going to do the trip without a diesel assist? Nice
I wonder why these UP steam trains rarely (if ever) carry passengers. In Europe, almost all steam-hauled trains are passenger trains, and the tickets at least partly pay for the operation of the steam locomotives.
cause this ain't Europe
what she still doing around 45mph when you were pacing with her? nice video!
Yessir. Uphill anywhere between 20 and 30 mph. On the level or downhill, 40-45 mph.
Interesting how quiet it is and how little black exhaust it expels when traveling level track! (Or, is that downgrade?)
if the engine is being fired properly, even at speed there is little smoke.
If you don’t hear the exhaust, that means they’re drifting.
@@FanRailer Actually, I meant overall, but especially the gearwork. Just an amazing engine!
Benefits of PTC. You only need a diesel if you want a diesel.
Im gonna fire mah laza
It’s amazing and I respect it! I’m glad you shared this with everyone! 🏇🏿🫡🇺🇸❤️💪👌