SPECIAL Last Run of a Cab Forward over Donner Pass
SKU: DVD-PNX-VR039Original price was: $29.95.$19.95Current price is: $19.95.
One of railroading’s most spectacular runs took place over the weekend of November 30, 1957 when Southern Pacific Cab Forward 4274 left Sacramento for its final journey across Donner Pass.
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| Producer | Pentrex |
|---|---|
| Run Time | 1 hour |
| Narration | Yes |
| Shrink Wrap | Yes, Brand New |
| Technical Details | NTSC, Region Free, View Worldwide on Computer |
One of railroading’s most spectacular runs took place over the weekend of November 30, 1957 when Southern Pacific Cab Forward 4274 left Sacramento for its final journey across Donner Pass. This historic event was captured on film by Albert C. Phelps, with special photography by J. Allen Hawkins and Jacob DeVries. This video combines two railroad classics: The Southern Pacific Cab Forward locomotive and Donner Pass.
You’ll ride in the cab of the AC-powered 10-car train as it climbs the steep grade. This is a rare treat for all steam fans to enjoy! Special scenes include 4274’s shake-down run in Roseville as it prepares for its final run, rare pacing shots of the train as it races up the Sierra Nevada foothills, and photo run-bys staged for the passengers at remote locations.
Tymon –
Amazing program covering this historical event. I’ve heard about this excursion before, and wanted to see it for myself. This DVD gave me everything I was hoping for, and more! I recommend it to everyone who likes historical steam, and steam in general.
collinvarney24 –
This excursion with a cab forward is awesome and it was great to watch 4274 pull a train on it’s last run.
Ricky –
Nearly 60 Years ago today, there was the end of Steam over Donner Pass, Using the SP’S Popular Cab Forwards.