Compound 2-6-6-2 returned to service

Alex Huff · **Posted:** Tue May 22, 2001 12:17 am

The 1880 Train at Hill City, SD has restored ex-Rayonier #110. It made its first revenue run to Keystone on May 17th. This operation is one of the older steam excursion lines and has made a number of improvements since a change in ownership several years ago. In 1972, three bridge washouts shortened the run by 3/4 mile. This spring the line was restored into Keystone and a depot/gift shop was built on the primary road to Mt. Rushmore.

The shop forces believe this is the only compound articulated now active in the US. Is this true? How many other compound locomotives now operate in the US?

dsrc512@sd.value.net

Dave · **Posted:** Tue May 22, 2001 7:00 am

A 2 foot 0-4-4-0 operates at Cripple Creek, CO.

Dave

irondave@bellsouth.net

R. Hahn · **Posted:** Tue May 22, 2001 8:06 pm

Not articulated, but the Manitou & Pikes Peak Railway #4 is an operational compound.

Roger

> The shop forces believe this is the only
> compound articulated now active in the US.
> Is this true? How many other compound
> locomotives now operate in the US?

Belpaire@aol.com

Compound 2-6-6-2 returned to service

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