Strasburg train shop model trains and train accessories. Built by the baldwin locomotive works in 1924, 90 originally pulled sugar beet trains for the great western railway of colorado. Strasburg rail road in lancaster county, pa lancaster, pa. Strasburg rail road has five working steam locomotives and a fleet of twenty passenger cars, including first class, dining, coach, and open air, all. Enjoy the 45 minute classic train rides on this authentic coalburning steam locomotive. Use the information on your strasburg rail road photo information slipwristband to continue below. The train had been pulled to phelidelphia by the 7002 and 1223 from the mark 1 video. The excursion train had just left so i took the opportunity to.
Comfortably seated aboard a pristine authentically restored passenger car, you will embark. The strasburg rail road is located on gap road pennsylvania highway 741, close to the township of strasburg, pa, just across the road from the railroad museum of pennsylvania you can see photos of that museums collection on the railroad museum of pennsylvania train shed and railroad museum of pennsylvania yard pages of this website. The strasburg rail road is located on gap road pennsylvania highway 741, close to the township of strasburg, pa, just across the road from the railroad museum of pennsylvania you can see photos of that museums collection on the railroad museum of pennsylvania train shed and railroad museum of pennsylvania yard pages of this website the strasburg rail road has had a long life. Strasburg railroad in cab of 90 full version spring 2005. A near miss at cherry hill siding on the strasburg railroad november 8. While she may be the youngest steam locomotive on the roster, she is the largest, and to some, she reigns as the grande dame of strasburgs fleet of steam locomotives. Its one of the few places youre guaranteed to see steam locomotives in action. And the fantastic railroad museum across the street makes for a great time too. Here everyone can glance at the tickets from the strasburg railroad 2020 schedule date that you picked which can be arranged in a couple different ways. Next i drove to paradise, where the steam engine switches ends, and waited a few minutes for the train to arrive. The strasburg rail road reporting mark src is the oldest continuously operating railroad in. Railroad jobs jobs, employment in pennsylvania skip to job postings, search close. Apply to driver, customer service representative, van driver and more.
To view, or apply for, our current job openings, please click the. Strasburg railroad in cab of 90 full version spring 2005 duration. Browse for your photos by entering your information from your slipwristband below. Strasburg rail road has five working steam locomotives and a fleet of twenty passenger cars, including first class, dining, coach, and open air, all beautifully restored and. Ive been going to the strasburg rail road since i was literally an infant im 33 currently. The 2020 fun extras schedule is featured below as well. Built in 1874, this car is on display at the nevada state railroad museum, restored to circa 1909.
For the past month, ive been working with the msts route editor onandoff. An unprecedented incab opportunity that is an immersive, handson experience like no other. Up for auction is an ho scale roundhouse passenger car strasburg railroad coach cherry crest. Great western is a 2100 steam locomotive operated by the strasburg rail road, outside strasburg, pennsylvania. The strasburg railroad is perfect for families looking for something different to do.
I then checked out and drove us 15 north to interstate 78 which i took east through harrisburg. Replies and comments they make will be collapsedhidden by default. From our inception, we have served the surrounding. Strasburg pa for directions april 11th th, 2019 train collectors association spring york train show, york, pa the manufactures halls will be open to the general public on friday and saturday york pa for directions may 2325 th, 2019 2119 o scale national santa clara ca hosted by the o scale west group. Strasburg railroad chase 492007 i drove out to black house road to wait for the 1. Please note that during special events such as day out with thomas, the easter bunny train, or christmas at strasburg rail road, a specific event ticket or valid pass is required for access to the fun extras.
Strasburg railroad in cab of 90 full version spring 2005 youtube. All content is posted anonymously by employees working at strasburg rail road. The strasburg rail road will be open december 2631, with departures at 12, 1, and 2pm. Operating 45minute scenic excursions through lancaster countys farmland, the strasburg rail road is americas oldest continuously operating railroad. I worked at strasburg rail road full time for more than 3 years. Chartered in 1832, the strasburg rail road continues to operate under its. See strasburg model railroad on display now thru this sunday aug 1618 at the railroad museum of pennsylvania in strasburg for model railroad days along with 10 other layouts. Fun extras strasburg rail road a full steam adventure.
I have one strasburg combine coach on the dls, kuid. Since it was very cold and windy, i decided to look around. Model train locomotives in diesel, steam, electric and more. Nov 15, 2008 strasburg railroad in cab of 90 full version spring 2005 theres been quite a few people asking for more of the in cab video, so here it is. Strasburg rail road strasburg rail road is americas oldest continuously operating railroad.
I love trains, especially steam powered ones, and here at strasburg, rail road they even give you a. Engine 90 does a great job as we enjoy the pictersque views through the vast farmlands. Highly detailed drawings of historic trains and locomotives as well as a variety of other subjects. We carry model trains and supplies from lionel, mth, atlas, walthers, athearn, mdc and many others. The strasburg railroad reporting mark src is the oldest continuously operating railroad in the western hemisphere and the oldest public utility in the commonwealth of pennsylvania. Gmax and psd source files for the 19th century version. The herrs owned a controlling interest in the railroad until 1871.
Caption on back of photograph reads, strasburg no 90 22768 strasburg pa. The herr brothers cyrus, john, and amaziah what were their parents thinking, right. In august 2008, 90s tender had the strasburg letters applied on it still keeping the complete. I pulled into the strasburg railroad parking lot at 8. After just a few years on the green mountain rr, the locomotive was sold to the strasburg rail road in late spring 1972. Also blasting johnny cashs version of hurt on loudspeakers while doing that. Day out with thomas weekend strasburg railroad 2005. Its just a baldwin standard decapod 2100 from the 1920s that was designed for hauling freight on branchlines, but its big and bulky enough to give the impression of massive, overwhelming force. I have to say, it can be every bit as frustrating as people say, but the results can be so rewarding. Strasburg s right of way is pretty well groomed at present maybe it wasnt in the past when the original route was set.
Mar 15, 2020 engine 90 does a great job as we enjoy the pictersque views through the vast farmlands. Also search for bendorseys totc coaches, you can edit the railroad names and numbers in the config files. Strasburg railroad mechanical shop tour fall 2018 youtube. Strasburg rail road ronks 2020 all you need to know. Please email me if other payments needs to be provided. If one is on the last cabooses which on 1 end was the 1st class parlor. See more ideas about great western, locomotive and strasburg. The train collectors association, headquartered in strasburg, pennsylvania, is one of the largest and most prestigious collecting societies in the world. She came to strasburg in 1967 and has been a fan favorite ever since. Choose from among the engineers, firemans, or jump seats. Strasburg railroad decals o gauge railroading on line forum. Contact us strasburg rail road a full steam adventure. I got up at the best western plantation inn in mechanicsburg and after breakfast loaded the cass pictures into the computer.
After being retired from active service, the locomotive ran excursion trains on the strasburg rail road outside of strasburg, pennsylvania from 1965 to 1989 when it was removed from service requiring firebox repairs. Strasburg rail road employs individuals in a wide range of positions, in both full time and parttime capacities. During these special times, fun extras wristbands are not sold independently. The strasburg train shop is your one stop model railroad shop. Mar 30, 2008 welcome the strasburg railroad discussions. Gmax and psp source files for the post 1902 version. Strasburg rail road in lancaster county, pa lancaster. Pennsylvania railroad 1223 is a 440 american type steam locomotive built in 1905 for the pennsylvania railroad by the railroads own altoona works for passenger service.
Canadian national 7312 is an 060 switcher type steam locomotive owned and last operated by the strasburg rail road outside of strasburg, pennsylvania. The strasburg rail road company is americas oldest short line railroad, incorporated in 1832, located in lancaster county, pennsylvania. When you block a person, they can no longer invite you to a private message or post to your profile wall. Strasburg railroad 6302010 part 1 by chris guenzler. While she may be the youngest steam locomotive on the roster, she is the largest, and to some, she reigns as the grande dame of strasburg s fleet of steam locomotives. Strasburg rail road can take you directly through the heart of pennsylvania amish country with a view of more than 2,500 acres of breathtaking farmland. Fell free to join and post your pictures as long as theyre yours. We recreate early 20thcentury steam railroading for all to enjoy. Worldclass museums, important historic sites and a topnotch cultural calendar earn philadelphia the right to a place in the great east coast city pantheon.
Yes, ladies and gentlemen, i have an announcement to make. Enjoy this unique view of how a hostler at a steam railroad prepares the locomotive for the days work. Steven is closer than i, but im also not terribly far from strasburg and make pilgrimages there regularly for both the museum and railroad im overdue. See more ideas about great western, locomotive and strasburg railroad. Src strasburg railroad locomotive roster railroad picture. Emmalinekrebs strasburg railroad in cab of 90 full version spring 2005.
You can collect up to 25 photos at a time per album. Strasburg railroad in cab of 90 full version spring 2005 theres been quite a few people asking for more of the in cab video, so here it is. Strasburg rail road is a shortline railroad built to connect the town of strasburg with a main line. Visit website steam train ride past amish farmlands of lancaster county. Sold to walkersville southern railroad in spring 20. Thank you for your interest in employment with the strasburg rail road. If i see any pictures not from the person who post it, it will be deleted. In 1992, the sand dome between the steam dome and cab was removed along. I quickly saw smoke which led me to thomas the tank engine 060 1. The strasburg model rr club was founded by dave luciano and barry rosier in early 1992.
The strasburg model rr club was founded by dave luciano and barry rosier in the early 1990s, the strasburg model railroad club is named after the very railroad that weve modeled, the strasburg railroad located in strasburg, pa. For a more catered experience enjoy food, drinks and entertainment on the dining car. The railroad museum of pennsylvania has nothing to do with the strasburg railroad. About strasburg rail road steam through scenic lancaster county aboard americas oldest operating railroad, where the first thing you can expect is an authentic steam railroad experience. After another full restoration between 1991 and 1997, the car reentered passenger service. Employment strasburg rail road a full steam adventure. Box 96 strasburg, pa 175790096 location address 301 gap road ronks, pa 175729566 click here for directions telephone general. Steam through scenic lancaster county aboard americas oldest operating railroad, where the first thing you can expect is an authentic steam railroad experience.
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