Big Boy and a big D.

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Jan 29, 2014 | 09:03 AM

pjw1967

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Big Boy and a big D.

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Jan 29, 2014 | 10:11 AM

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Which one are you referring to as a big boy?! lol

Jan 29, 2014 | 10:30 AM

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That train is named Big Boy if I am not mistaken.

Jan 29, 2014 | 01:50 PM

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Yes, the loco is a "Big Boy". One of the largest steam locos to ever operate. The UP is going to restore it to operating condition. Now that I will want to see in person....

Jan 29, 2014 | 02:03 PM

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Nice! I actually have a Lionel train set at the house, this would be a nice addition. Scaled down of course. lol

Jan 29, 2014 | 02:16 PM

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Nice! I actually have a Lionel train set at the house, this would be a nice addition. Scaled down of course. lol

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Jan 29, 2014 | 05:45 PM

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If you look on the front of the boiler, just below the number board you can see "Big Boy" scrawled in what looks like chalk.

Big Boy and a big D.

Big Boy and a big D.

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