Big Boy Steam Locomotive Legend Rolls Into Town

The historic train weighs one million pounds and is one of only eight remaining Big Boys still in operation, per NBC 5 Chicago.

Visitors are encouraged to use public transportation when possible and remain a safe distance from railroad tracks and equipment.

Event organizers warn that traffic congestion, parking delays, and increased pedestrian activity are expected around the display area. Additional family activities and railroad-themed attractions are also taking place nearby.

The fully restored locomotive weighs approximately one million pounds and is the only operational example among the remaining Big Boy locomotives preserved from the steam era.

The historic locomotive is on display at the Union Pacific Training Center on Spencer Street and is expected to attract large crowds throughout the day.

Rail fans are gathering in West Chicago today as Union Pacific's Big Boy No. 4014, the world's largest operating steam locomotive, makes a public appearance during its nationwide tour.

Incident reported at 325 Spencer St.

The historic train weighs one million pounds and is one of only eight remaining Big Boys still in operation, per NBC 5 Chicago.

Visitors are encouraged to use public transportation when possible and remain a safe distance from railroad tracks and equipment.

Event organizers warn that traffic congestion, parking delays, and increased pedestrian activity are expected around the display area. Additional family activities and railroad-themed attractions are also taking place nearby.

The fully restored locomotive weighs approximately one million pounds and is the only operational example among the remaining Big Boy locomotives preserved from the steam era.

The historic locomotive is on display at the Union Pacific Training Center on Spencer Street and is expected to attract large crowds throughout the day.

Rail fans are gathering in West Chicago today as Union Pacific's Big Boy No. 4014, the world's largest operating steam locomotive, makes a public appearance during its nationwide tour.

Incident reported at 325 Spencer St.

The historic train weighs one million pounds and is one of only eight remaining Big Boys still in operation, per NBC 5 Chicago.

Visitors are encouraged to use public transportation when possible and remain a safe distance from railroad tracks and equipment.

Event organizers warn that traffic congestion, parking delays, and increased pedestrian activity are expected around the display area. Additional family activities and railroad-themed attractions are also taking place nearby.

The fully restored locomotive weighs approximately one million pounds and is the only operational example among the remaining Big Boy locomotives preserved from the steam era.

The historic locomotive is on display at the Union Pacific Training Center on Spencer Street and is expected to attract large crowds throughout the day.

Rail fans are gathering in West Chicago today as Union Pacific's Big Boy No. 4014, the world's largest operating steam locomotive, makes a public appearance during its nationwide tour.

Incident reported at 325 Spencer St.

The historic train weighs one million pounds and is one of only eight remaining Big Boys still in operation, per NBC 5 Chicago.

Visitors are encouraged to use public transportation when possible and remain a safe distance from railroad tracks and equipment.

Event organizers warn that traffic congestion, parking delays, and increased pedestrian activity are expected around the display area. Additional family activities and railroad-themed attractions are also taking place nearby.

The fully restored locomotive weighs approximately one million pounds and is the only operational example among the remaining Big Boy locomotives preserved from the steam era.

The historic locomotive is on display at the Union Pacific Training Center on Spencer Street and is expected to attract large crowds throughout the day.

Rail fans are gathering in West Chicago today as Union Pacific's Big Boy No. 4014, the world's largest operating steam locomotive, makes a public appearance during its nationwide tour.

Incident reported at 325 Spencer St.

The historic train weighs one million pounds and is one of only eight remaining Big Boys still in operation, per NBC 5 Chicago.

Visitors are encouraged to use public transportation when possible and remain a safe distance from railroad tracks and equipment.

Event organizers warn that traffic congestion, parking delays, and increased pedestrian activity are expected around the display area. Additional family activities and railroad-themed attractions are also taking place nearby.

The fully restored locomotive weighs approximately one million pounds and is the only operational example among the remaining Big Boy locomotives preserved from the steam era.

The historic locomotive is on display at the Union Pacific Training Center on Spencer Street and is expected to attract large crowds throughout the day.

Rail fans are gathering in West Chicago today as Union Pacific's Big Boy No. 4014, the world's largest operating steam locomotive, makes a public appearance during its nationwide tour.

Incident reported at 325 Spencer St.