CB&Q Triple-Play

A trio of 4-8-4 “Northern” steam locomotives built in the shops of the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad in Burlington, Iowa.  They were built around 1940 and were in service through the mid-1950’s.

CB&Q 5633 at the Douglas Railroad Interpretive Center, Douglas, WY

CB&Q 5614 at Patee Park in St Joseph, Missouri

CB&Q 5631 across the street from the old Burlington Route depot in Sheridan, Wyoming

 

No. 3003

Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Engine No. 3003, on display at Burlington, Iowa. This is a Hudson Class S-4 engine, but is more commonly referred to as a Hudson 4-6-4, which indicates the wheel arrangement/pairing.