Map Shows the Massive Union Pacific Big Boy's Train Route Through the U.S.
Summary
The Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014, the largest operating steam locomotive in the world, is traveling across the United States as part of a 2026 coast-to-coast tour. The train is visiting multiple states for public events before ending its journey in Cheyenne, Wyoming, on July 29, celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.Key Facts
- Big Boy No. 4014 was built in 1941 to carry heavy freight through western mountains during World War II.
- It is about 133 feet long and weighs around 1.2 million pounds.
- Only one of the original 25 Big Boy locomotives is still running, and No. 4014 was restored in 2019.
- The 2026 tour marks Big Boy’s first trip to the East Coast and includes more than 50 stops in 10 states.
- Thousands of train fans gather to see the locomotive, which has emotional significance for many people.
- The tour celebrates the 150th anniversary of the transcontinental railroad and the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence.
- The final route will pass through Missouri, Kansas, Colorado, and Wyoming, with stops including Kansas City, Topeka, Denver, and Cheyenne.
- The tour will finish on July 29, 2026, in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
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