1903 UP Steamer #480 in North Platte, NE
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member plainsdrifter358
N 41° 08.080 W 100° 45.095
14T E 352986 N 4555185
Quick Description: Union Pacific #480 built in 1903 now on display here since 1956.
Location: Nebraska, United States
Date Posted: 11/18/2007 12:41:27 PM
Waymark Code: WM2KYW
Published By: Groundspeak Premium Member TheBeanTeam
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Long Description:
Originally built for freight service used between Rawlins and Laramie, WY. Sent to North Platte, NE and last used between North Platte and Grand Island.

#480 is 65 feet long and weighs over 328,000 lbs when fully loaded.

Locomotive Type: (required): Steam

Do you need to pay an entrance fee to view this locomotive? (required): No

How accessible is this locomotive display? (Required): Display is behind a fence, access is limited to viewing only.

If "other" what is the engine type? (optional): Not listed

If a fee is required what is the approximate cost for admittance? (optional): Not listed
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