Big Boy Locomotive Rolls Through Kansas | Topeka News

The Big Boy steam locomotive, number 4014—the world’s largest and most powerful operating steam engine—is rolling through Kansas as part of its historic America 250 tour, making stops in eight major cities including Kansas City, Topeka, and Salina from July 23–27. Retired in 1961 and restored in 2019, this legendary machine is drawing crowds to watch parties and historic rail events, with safety reminders to stay 25 feet from tracks. Don’t miss this rare glimpse into America’s railroading past. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a28d97d5e47109be