Challenger Under Restoration

The Railroading Heritage of Midwest America held its annual "Walk Amongst Giants" fundraiser on June 29, 2024. The fundraiser allows visitors to go inside the former Rock Island steam shops in Silvis, IL to view the progress of restoration efforts on UP 3985 and UP 5511 (for a fee).

 

Here's a view of UP 3985, the famous "Challenger" locomotive, with its boiler door open during the restoration. The stairs were not open during the tour.

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