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===Locomotives===
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*[[New York Central 3001]] ([[American Locomotive Company|Alco]] #69338 of 1940): The largest surviving example of the NYC's modern steam power technology; only surviving L-3a class [[NYC Mohawk|Mohawk]]; one of two surviving NYC [[4-8-2]] engines; one of the fastest locomotives of its time; primarily designed for mountain grades, it hauled passengers at speeds up to {{convert|80|mi/h|km/h|abbr=on}} along the NYC's "Water Level Route" in the state of [[New York (state)|New York]].
*[[New York Central 3001]] ([[American Locomotive Company|Alco]] #69338 of 1940): The largest surviving example of the NYC's modern steam power technology; only surviving L-3a class [[NYC Mohawk|Mohawk]]; one of two surviving NYC [[4-8-2]] engines; one of the fastest locomotives of its time; primarily designed for mountain grades, it hauled passengers at speeds up to {{convert|80|mi/h|km/h|abbr=on}} along the NYC's "Water Level Route" in the state of [[New York (state)|New York]]. In October 2024, the locomotive was acquired by the [[Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society]], who intends to move the locomotive to [[New Haven, Indiana]] to undergo restoration to operating condition.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Franz |first=Justin |date=2024-10-09 |title=New York Central 4-8-2 ‘Mohawk’ to be Restored to Operation |url=https://railfan.com/new-york-central-4-8-2-mohawk-to-be-restored-to-operation/ |access-date=2024-10-09 |website=Railfan & Railroad Magazine |language=en-CA}}</ref>


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Revision as of 16:15, 9 October 2024

National New York Central Railroad Museum
Some Norfolk Southern intermodal trains pass between the museum and Elkhart Amtrak station
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Established1987
LocationElkhart, Indiana
Coordinates41°40′48″N 85°58′15″W / 41.6799°N 85.9709°W / 41.6799; -85.9709
TypeRailroad

The National New York Central Railroad Museum (reporting mark NNYX)[1] is a railroad museum located in Elkhart, Indiana dedicated to the preservation of the New York Central Railroad (NYC).

The museum includes several outdoor equipment displays, indoor model railroads, artifacts from the NYC and other railroad related exhibits including educational displays pertaining to the history of railroading. The museum is currently expanding its dedication to the preservation of both local and national railroad heritage. The museum consists of a modified NYC 20th Century Limited train set and freight house built by the Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railway (LS&MS) in 1907.[2]

History

Elkhart was a vital link between East and West during the growth of railroading in the U.S. In 1833 the LS&MS built a line through town; it was later acquired by the NYC in 1914.

The museum is situated opposite the Norfolk Southern Railway (NS) east–west main line; NS freight trains pass approximately every 15 minutes. Amtrak's Elkhart Station is also within walking distance; daily service is provided by the Lake Shore Limited (Chicago-Boston/New York) and Capitol Limited (Chicago-Washington, D.C.).

Equipment

NYC EMD E8 #4085
Restored Conrail bay window caboose

Locomotives

Steam

  • New York Central 3001 (Alco #69338 of 1940): The largest surviving example of the NYC's modern steam power technology; only surviving L-3a class Mohawk; one of two surviving NYC 4-8-2 engines; one of the fastest locomotives of its time; primarily designed for mountain grades, it hauled passengers at speeds up to 80 mph (130 km/h) along the NYC's "Water Level Route" in the state of New York. In October 2024, the locomotive was acquired by the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society, who intends to move the locomotive to New Haven, Indiana to undergo restoration to operating condition.[3]

Diesel

Electric

Cabooses

Miscellaneous

Interior displays

See also

References

Wikimedia Commons has media related to National New York Central Railroad Museum.
  1. ^ Railinc, Search MARKs, accessed September 2009
  2. ^ "Elkhart, Indiana (EKH)". Great American Stations. Retrieved 27 November 2012.
  3. ^ Franz, Justin (2024-10-09). "New York Central 4-8-2 'Mohawk' to be Restored to Operation". Railfan & Railroad Magazine. Retrieved 2024-10-09.
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