Today, we celebrate the iconic Norfolk & Western 1218, one of the most powerful and beloved steam locomotives in railroad history! Known for its sheer size, strength, and timeless design, #1218 was a symbol of engineering excellence when it first hit the tracks and continues to inspire train enthusiasts everywhere! Let’s honor the 1218 and all the memories it has created along the way. Share your favorite stories, photos, or moments with this legendary locomotive in the comments!#NorfolkAndWeste
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A historic moment: N&W 611 is in the hole and greets N&W 1218 as she runs past. 1218 returns the greeting. :-) One of a bunch of great shots on the NEW to DVD: "N&W Class A 1218" from Video Rails and Pentrex. On sale/free hipping: https://rfd.video/ClassA1218 | Railfan Depot
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68K views · 2.1K reactions | A side-by-side race with N&W 1218 and N&W 611 the participants! Whistles are blowin' too! Clip from the NEW to DVD: "N&W Class A 1218" from Video Rails and Pentrex. https://rfd.video/ClassA1218 | Railfan Depot | Facebook
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A few scenes of recently restored Class-A #1218, including meeting Class-J #611 and pulling a coal train! From the Pentrex show "N&W Class-A 1218" https://rfd.video/NW1218 | Steam Giants
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It’s 12/18 day on the calendar! To celebrate the 1218, let’s take a cab ride on the locomotive during an excursion in the early 90s. The 1218 is currently on display at the Virginia Museum of Transportation in Roanoke, Va. with no immediate plans for restoration. Video: Roger Holmes This cab ride and much more steam on NS from the 80s and 90s can be found and purchased on dvd by clicking: http://www.greenfrog.com/HO_SteamNSCollection_DVD.shtml | Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611
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