1995 RIO GRANDE FREIGHT TRAIN
Rio Grande's narrow gauge number 463, a class K-27 shows her stuff in this spectacular video. The class K-27 locomotive, a 2-8-2 Mikado is only one of Mikes of her class remaining in operation today. This locomotive is one of 15 built in 1903 by Baldwin, and delivered to the D&RGW.
They were originally Vauclain compound locomotives, but the cost of maintenance forced their rebuilding to "simple" engines a few years after delivery.
In 1923, following the laying of heavier rail, the K-27's began operation on the Antonito to Durango line, so K-27 number 463 was brought back home in 1971, having been donated by it's owner Gene Autry. With its single tone (and loud) whistle, as well as its low hung look, the K-27 (Mudhen) is very unique.
Follow Rio Grande K-27 and an authentic D&RGW freight through the mountains and prairies of the Rockies. The line traverse's the territory from Chama, New Mexico to Antonito and return. Many, many runbys in remote locations mostly only accessible by train! If you want to see how it really was back in the 30’s or 40's, then this freight extra is for you!
Aprox-60 Minutes
Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo
1997 MAINTENANCE OF WAY TRAIN
The Rio Grande Derrick OP is the second star of this show. along with authentic maintenance of way cars and caboose in this exciting program...pulled by the K-27, number 463.
This video covers the ONLY time this train has ever appeared in this configuration. The program follows the train from Chama to Antonito and return... including beautiful scenes throughout the line...both tunnels, Toltec Gorge, water stops, and much, much more.
Aprox-60 Minutes
Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo
Total Time: Aprox: 2 Hours
