Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway 3759, Steam locomotive at Locomotive Park, Kingman, United States
The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway 3759 is a steam locomotive with a 4-8-4 wheel arrangement, now displayed at Locomotive Park in Kingman. This engine was built for standard gauge track and features the typical construction of its era, including a large boiler, driving wheels, and a tender car that supplied fuel and water during operation.
Built in 1928 by Baldwin Locomotive Works, this locomotive operated on rail lines until 1953, when it was permanently moved to the park. It represents a pivotal moment when steam engines were being retired as newer diesel locomotives took over long-distance routes.
This locomotive represents the era when steam-powered railways connected communities across Arizona and the American Southwest, shaping how people and goods moved through the region. The engine shows how central rail transport was to daily life, enabling trade and travel that would have been difficult otherwise.
You can view this locomotive from sunrise to sunset at the corner of Andy Devine Avenue and First Street in Locomotive Park. The display is in the open air, so wear sunscreen and bring water if you visit during hot hours.
This engine belongs to the 3751 class, a group of powerful steam locomotives specifically designed for heavy freight and high-speed passenger service on long routes. Its number 3759 distinguishes it within this larger family of similar machines that once covered western rail networks.
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