Britain, birthplace of rail transport, will get its first ever luxury sleeper train touring England and Wales next summer.

In 1801 he built the first steam locomotive. An explanation of mechanics of this atmospheric steam engine is given. These were thought by many to be thought too dangerous due to the high pressures ...

Next year marks the 200th anniversary of the world's first passenger train, which was hauled by George Stephenson's steam locomotive Locomotion No.1 along the Stockton and Darlington Railway.

Versatility is a single word that sums up the Mikado-type steam locomotive. This 2-8-2 wheel arrangement became the "one size fits all" in terms of mass usage across North America's railroads.

The Shay is the first steam locomotive owned by Oregon Rail Heritage Center. The museum also cares for three historic steam locomotives owned by the City of Portland--SP 4449, famous for pulling ...