Behind The Scenes on a Steam Locomotive [4K]

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4 жыл бұрын

•A behind the scenes look of what goes on both inside and outside the cab of a steam locomotive working its way up a mountain side.
•This was filmed on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Museum located in Durango, Colorado. The Denver & Rio Grande Railroad started construction of this line in the fall of 1881 and it was completed by July of 1882 and has been in active service ever since.
•If you would like to ride this gorgeous and historic railroad, tickets can be purchased here:
www.durangotrain.com/
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@wouldbepilot3988 Жыл бұрын

Almost one hour of superb, high quality video, no spoken commentary and no background 'Muzak' - what a delight and treasure. A pleasure to watch from start to finish - thank you to all involved.

@F-Man 3 жыл бұрын

Is there some way to nominate you for some sort of formal award for this video? This is seriously one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen.

@SteamInTheBlueRidge 4 ай бұрын

For real

@kevinclemmons9053 Күн бұрын

For real! You knew when to shut up and let the steam locomotives do the talking!

@juddydonk6570 2 жыл бұрын

Thank god there still exists passionate people who keep this stuff alive. Absolutely amazing. Thank you.

@MrWmburr7 4 жыл бұрын

I'm blown away at the amount of labor expended to keep these old locomotives functional. My mom and dad rode one of these trains about the time that Bill began working for the rail road. They couldn't stop talking about their experience. Now I know why!

@DerekDtj 4 жыл бұрын

We rode the train way back in 1972, and the ride is still as thrilling as ever. One of the finest videos yet that truly captures the magnificance of the route and the wonderful iron horses that still bring a tear to the eye of any true railfan. Congrats to Jeff Berrier for this breathtaking video, just a super job! All I can say now it a simple "WOW! "

@jasonbauer5488 5 ай бұрын

I will second that emotion. My father taught me about trains. He just got the word he's got cancer. I grew up just outside of the Baltimore and Ohio rail line. To see these massive machines still in operation is such an honor and a privilege. Especially to see the inner working parts😊. Thank you to the poster who put up this. I'm kind of in destress about my dad. But this will always make me remember him.

@prsearls 4 жыл бұрын

I took my family on this trip years ago. It is a wonderful trip. The view from the locomotive cab is even better than from the coaches. This video really captures the essence of operating a steam locomotive. I like these narrow gauge engines since they really illustrate what mountain railroading was like. Imagine making this trip in a blinding snowstorm. Those were tough men back then.

@pauljw7697 4 жыл бұрын

There's nothing like the look & the smell of a steam locomotive that's still earning it's keep. This is a fantastic video that I just finished watching for the 3rd time. I've watched over 1,000 steam locomotive videos over the past 2+ years & this video is one of the finest. Put your headphones on, sit back & enjoy. Thank you for posting it for us!

@bobpaulino4714 4 жыл бұрын

It is as if they are living and breathing. Each one has its own unique 'personality'

@johnbishop5316 4 жыл бұрын

Its. Not it's. It is it's when it's short for it is. Not it's when it's possessive like its beautiful tone. It's sorted now isn't it?

@84953 4 жыл бұрын

You forgot the sounds!

@TimothyMcAleeSrGeD 3 жыл бұрын

@@johnbishop5316 NO NO-AT-ALL,NoK it is NOT sorted! There were NO comments using "its" before yours. So either YOU can't read, or YOU ARE PLUM BLIND! Now consider that his/her spell checker changed it. YOU othing butt a critic of the worst kind. Sit back, take 3 deep breaths & relax for life is short & Kbe happy & DONT BE ARROGANT! PLEASE.

@BradfordGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@johnbishop5316 "It's" ok to correct someone's grammar or spelling, but be respectful, thoughtful and kind about it. Sometimes you can come off sounding like a total jerk; a grammar Nazi. Sometimes it may just be a simple unintentional typo - I've done it many times. Blessings!

@erictheberry 4 жыл бұрын

Haha! Love the conductor rowing at 16:00

@the_gp9_802 4 жыл бұрын

Lmao

@up844productions8 4 жыл бұрын

one unexpected jolt in the tracks and the conductor ends up on the ballast

@dannyseo6759 4 жыл бұрын

Looks like there is a railing.

@OMCCsam 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks :) missed that .

@michaeljbrennan3728 4 жыл бұрын

Had to go back and watch it again. Nice eye.

@eduberaldo 2 жыл бұрын

Jeff, why did you stop making videos like these? Man!!! They are awesome!! Please, do some more! I’m telling you. This material is priceless!

@sherrysaunders3758 Жыл бұрын

I could watch these trains and fall asleep in a heart beat. I love all of them . I’m happy we still have trains around. I’m 78 yrs old and grew up with them in West Virginia C and O Railroad!🙏🙏🙏🙏

@dieterronsberg5970 4 жыл бұрын

Phantastic footage, perfectly taken- steady cam, nice explanations, NO ANNOYING BACKGROUND MUSIC = great job!!!!

@billduckworth6760 4 жыл бұрын

I agree ! Background music in many cases is ANNOYING !

@craftpaint1644 3 жыл бұрын

In the 80s there'd have been a syntho Knight Rider cover 🙄

@davidhowell1560 3 жыл бұрын

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@anitahahn798 3 жыл бұрын

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@pochosaltre1009 3 жыл бұрын

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@johnt60 3 жыл бұрын

We rode the Durango & Silverton in September of 2019. Wonderful trip all around! We chose the round trip and were quite happy to spend the entire day enjoying the ride and the time in Silverton. We had a narrator/historian in our coach who added immensely to the experience, as he spoke of the history of the D&S and how it was constructed. Would take this trip again in a heartbeat. Oh, and I'm the son and grandson of railroaders who spent their careers on the Southern Pacific working both freights and passenger trains. Yeah, it's kinda in my blood.

@CRUZER1800 8 ай бұрын

What a beautifully done video. A wonderful day in the life of a great old engine and her crew. Outstanding scenery to be had at every turn.... I enjoyed every minute of the trip. I especially liked the descriptions and explanations of what the crew were doing and why.... a real plus for me. A huge Thank You to all of those who created this gem.... Russ

@jeffmurphree2937 11 ай бұрын

I have great memories of this locomotive. We had our honeymoon in Durango. My wife loves horses so we stayed at a dude ranch where she could ride. I love trains, so naturally we rode the train to Silverton. I didn’t realize that she wore a white silk sweater. Well…. I was a kid in a candy shop and didn’t notice until too late. She was mad as hell. I also have a brass PSC O scale model of this engine. Truly a museum piece. Excellent detail! Great video! Thank you!

@drachengott95 4 жыл бұрын

I love the shots along the engineer's side of the engine. Several years ago, i rode in the cab of 486 and they had speed reductions set just out of downtown. Love the movement of the side rods on steam engines. It's a work of art and amazing to look at them from that angle.

@johnharteloo5740 2 жыл бұрын

The words do not appear long enough to read the explanation please make them stay longer for us slow readers!

@sherrysaunders3758 Жыл бұрын

I love seeing inside the engine too I’ve never seen this before Thank you camera man

@royreynolds108 Жыл бұрын

@@johnharteloo5740 Pause the video to read then resume.

@Germannio 4 жыл бұрын

Simply BEAUTIFUL. A clear example to follow by all those responsibles of railroad lines, locomotives and trains around the world, most of whom have left the historic material without less or none interest about it. You are doing an enviable job keeping those locomotives and railway compositions alive. My most fervent support from here!

@bobkonradi1027 9 ай бұрын

The D&S has 8 steam locomotives, and all have been in continuous use for 97-98 years. Speaks volumes about the maintenance regimen of the D&S.

@damonsmith9320 4 жыл бұрын

K-28's, some of the best looking steam locomotives I have ever seen. The D&SNG have some of the best whistles period. My personal favorite is that of #473. That three chime sounds amazing when Bill rips the chord.

@Th3Rambler 3 жыл бұрын

Personally I found that whistle not very appealing.

@gregsmith1719 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! No talking, no banjos, only natural steam sounds and great photography! Keep it up!

@leecarlson9713 8 ай бұрын

Love the sound of the engine slowing down as it comes into Silverton!

@hudsonut1 4 жыл бұрын

I rode the Cascade train with my daughter in Feb of last year, 2018 and Bill was the conductor. He was the engineer on the 476 the next day, her first trip after rebuild. I have ridden the Silverton many times since 1963. Always a fun ride.

@leecarlson9713 8 ай бұрын

I will be riding it for the second time in July, 2024, 38 years after the first ride. This time, I will be in costume-an 1880s dress!

@cn22willamette 4 жыл бұрын

I'm usually good for 10 minutes or so of train vids. Watched this one all the way through--great job. ! First rode Durango/Silverton in '58, '65 and '70. Haven't been back since about '80. Long overdue. Big changes.

@rolandalfonso6954 4 жыл бұрын

This. Was. Glorious. Start to finish. And what a labor of love...

@jasonjmarchi 4 жыл бұрын

Jeff, THANKS for making your excellent videos without music! The sound of the machine, the sound of the steam, the sound of the whistle are all we need. Bravo!

@ronsingley9659 4 жыл бұрын

My wife and I road this train in 1982 we had this same engine 476. This is by far the best train ride ever. We hit it at the right time when the aspens were just stating to turn. Some of the most beautiful country that I have ever seen. When you get to Silverton you have a choice of riding the train back to Durango or taking a bus back. We chose to take the train back. Tip if you ever get to ride this train sit on the right side of the car that way your facing out over the canyon.

@crazyhorsetrading8655 4 жыл бұрын

@Jeff Berrier, Greetings form Cape Town, South Africa, Thanks for sharing this video Jeff. Wonderful to see the old girls going through their paces. She sure has a wonderful beat. As the world has " progressed " we have lost so much. Thankfully a small sliver still survives. Your video was a wonderful journey through some truly awesome scenery. Thanks once again

@skip1835 4 жыл бұрын

I agree with Scott Marshall's comment - - best train vid I've ever seen! Love the explanations via the inserted texts - Jeff, thank you so much for a totally immersive hour of absolute fascination.

@jameelhussain3718 Жыл бұрын

I am impressed by the filming of this passenger train hauled by beautiful steam engines and I am afraid it's been taken out of service I had been a goods train guard from 1971 to 1975 in Rawalpindi division of Pakistan. Luckily I had ridden quite a few times and enjoyed the way drive and firemen would keep up the desired pressure and vacuum and above all the tea brewed in chilling cold on injecter. Jamil Hussain April 11,2024

@tropicaltanktv 4 жыл бұрын

This is now my favorite movie. Amazing.

@ricktomlinson5481 4 жыл бұрын

Well Jeff you knocked it out of the ballpark! A wonderful ride indeed from start to finish. OMG those drops to the river below and not much margin on the right side of the engine.... wow! Scary! Sorry we did not get to see you but you had the camera. Well maybe a little selfie next time! Best!

@franciscofernandes7483 3 жыл бұрын

Bom diaUm

@TempoDrift1480 2 жыл бұрын

Nobody has time to take pictures of themselves.

@Dumbrarere 4 жыл бұрын

One of few historic railways still in operation. Here's hoping for many more years for this piece of America's rich history.

@billr8667 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting. That right-of-way is just hangn gonto the mountainside in places. I'd have to close my eyes to ride that parts of that route. There are old engineers and bold engineers, but no old bold engineers.

@nicolaeiosipenco8922 4 жыл бұрын

Am urmarit excursia si pregatirea locomotivei pentru drum cu cel mai mare interes si tin sa multumesc realizatorului pentru informatiile impartasite si celor trei protagonisti(Chris,Dylan siBill),care au asigurat ca totul sa fie OK.Desi am 69,azi am invatat multe lucruri utile,pt.cultura mea,intotdeauna am iubit locomotivele cu abur !

@iamrichrocker 4 жыл бұрын

i see why the life long love affair with trains happens...they are majestic powerful beasts that seem to have a personality...thanks for the videos..

@charriwithrow6498 4 жыл бұрын

This is real entertainment I was so proud of that guy! HE IS COOL!

@roostercogburn809 4 жыл бұрын

I rode this 2 weeks ago... nice video, thanks...

@erictheberry 4 жыл бұрын

These are fantastic shots, love the varied angles and the information

@timphillips6744 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic! I do not know when I enjoyed a video so much! Thank you Mr. Berrier, Bill, Dylan and all the others. Also to the great men and women keeping our history alive. The whistle gave me goose bumps every time it sounded! WOW! You all need to be congratulated for your fine work! Most impressive! Thank you so very much! Blessings to all of you!

@FuryTomic 4 жыл бұрын

You never cease to impress me... Love the information and details going on! Now I’m tempted to go out to Durango and Silverton, along with Cumbres and Toltec for any possible photo charters...

@laercioderenzo8293 4 жыл бұрын

My name is Laercio, I made this trip in 2009, together with my friends Ricardo and Ernesto, we are from São Paulo - Brazil, it was wonderful. Congratulations to Durango & Silverton for keeping the history of the American railroad alive.

@rhazien2502 3 жыл бұрын

There are two steam locomotives in my town never gave it to much attention, but this videos, this made me curious about their history.

@glenkelley6048 3 жыл бұрын

A WONDERFUL VIDEO-----it is putting the tears into this old man's eyes! TYVM

@CDOES 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing video! Everything was so perfectly executed. This was more of a experience then anything else. Thank you!

@johnacord5664 4 жыл бұрын

Seeing a steamer in action always brings a smile to my face. I can't help but thinking of Jimmy Rogers, Roy Acuff, Hank Snow, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Stonewall Jackson, and last but not least, BOXCAR WILLIE.

@stevelaminack1516 4 жыл бұрын

One of the best train videos I have seen. Lived in CO many years ago, forgot how beautiful it is, to cold and snowy for me now, been in CA to long.

@josephcason5782 4 жыл бұрын

IMHO, This is by far the best Video of the Silverton RR I have ever seen. Awesome cab footage. ENJOY.

@edithdavis2848 4 жыл бұрын

Ok was enjoying it till those drop offs. Think i'll walk now . That rainbow was marvelous. Thank you Jeff a marvelous video loved the added comments and insights. You are a marvelous video man.

@royreynolds108 3 жыл бұрын

There is nothing like being there and being able to reach out and touch the rock face or looking down the side of the car and seeing just river.

@jasonrackawack9369 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, love hearing just the sounds of the train without talking or music. The scenery is incredible! What a ride that is. Being on the east coast I always wondered why the narrow gauge railroads did not "just clear more space" for standard tracks, but after seeing those tight passes through the mountains now I know.....there aint no more space to clear.

@gentlemanzer 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Very spectacular footage, love the added informational comments in the video.

@Beaver-1 4 жыл бұрын

Stunning scenery! Cool video Jeff 👌

@scottmarshall4996 4 жыл бұрын

Probably the best train video I have ever seen. Nicely done. I like how you narrate via text instead of talking.

@KenR208 4 жыл бұрын

First thought I'd have to watch this in stages, then found I just could not stop - could almost smell the coal, steam, and oil, never seen anything like this one before. AND, the wisdom of letting the image (and train) tell its own story - those spectacular musical sounds... worth a thousand spoken words. It's a beautiful noise! Have to admit, some of those edge of the river cliff shots left me a tad uneasy, these mighty engines are like HEAVY, HEAVY and some of that ground looking a little loose like - while I'm sure its been there a long, long, time it ain't gonna be there forever!.

@diverdave4304 4 жыл бұрын

I was a steam train engineer at Walt Disney World in the late 1980's. It never seemed as real as this. Great Video !!!

@andrewschannel4259 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! I really need to go here! Edit: I went on the train on the 4th of July in 2023. OMG IT IS A MUST DO.

@donniegray553 4 жыл бұрын

The way the fireman works his setup, back in the day, It HAD to be cold in the engine during the winter months. Brrrr!

@mfbfreak 4 жыл бұрын

These specific locomotives have canvas flaps against the wind, and steam heating under the driver and fireman's seats. As far as a steam engine knows 'comfort', this is probably a good one.

@trailingrails9953 4 жыл бұрын

The power is quite astounding for such compact locomotives.

@dergenmusic2081 4 жыл бұрын

Trailing Rails Thanks to those big boilers

@carytodd7211 4 жыл бұрын

This is an amazing video. I appreciate the subtitle narration so as to not cover up the sounds of the machine and the journey with spoken narration. Excellent work!

@xpingjoc 4 жыл бұрын

The best locomotive video I've seen yet. AWESOME scenery, and the shots from the engine, great.

@Roberto-hl4id 4 жыл бұрын

fantastic landscape & fantastic steam locomotive = fantastic video!!!!

@MasterBear2 4 жыл бұрын

Another awesome video!! Brings back a lot of memories of my time in SW Colorado. Thanks for a truly amazing video!

@LobsterHunter5 4 жыл бұрын

*Me going about my day having patiently waited 13 years for next Jeff Berrier video* : :/ *Jeff Berrier releases 58 minute video in 4K* *Me* : :D

@fredwerthman1361 4 жыл бұрын

every moment simply spectacular. Thank You

@paulbookbinder4899 4 жыл бұрын

Another fantastic video, thank you for providing it. It represents an amazing amount of work very well done. I felt I could almost smell the smoke and steam !

@stranraerwal 4 жыл бұрын

spectacular scenic footage...I couldn't even look down at some of those abysses...thanks for your effort.

@ShorelineThomas 3 жыл бұрын

I just rode this route as a passenger. Every time we neared one of these places, the passengers would stand up so they could lean over and look down. Thought the imbalance might tumble us into the abyss.

@tennvalleyrailproductions8140 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! I'd love to see a series on how to service these machines.

@CDOES 3 жыл бұрын

Ive watched this video too many times to count. It is absolutely mesmerizing and perfect in every way. Thank you

@carlschubert879 4 жыл бұрын

Grew up with steam loco's on the line between Cape Town and Simonstown.Now you only have one that runs once a month, for tourists.She is called "Jenny". The rest are rusting hulks in shunting yards around the country. Since 1994 the new ANC government has stripped the country and everything has gone down the tubes.Sad really, such a beautiful country.Really enjoy the video.Really lovely to see some people still care.

@jayfmiller 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great vid. I am old enough to have had both cab rides and rides in the waycar of CB&Q Hudsons. Dad was a 35 year B of RT man.

@robertnielsen2461 4 жыл бұрын

Made this twice and your video brought back some great memories,thank you.

@vincent7520 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent film. Great framing, great colors… and true to life. Thanks for posting.

@rusty383 Жыл бұрын

Listen Carefully how the Locamotive talks to you and tells you what it needs! Its Beautiful.

@Annie-zd6rn 3 жыл бұрын

I just wanna hear this soothing sound all night! It help me to relax and closes out all thoughts so I can sleep 😴☺️🤗

@TrainChaserscom 4 жыл бұрын

I didn’t know the firebox doors opened vertically on those locomotives. I should do a cab ride on that line one day. Nothing beats it I’m sure

@royreynolds108 3 жыл бұрын

Besides the ones that swing open, this is one of three that I know that pivot and are opened with an air piston. The other two styles are pivoted from the top and the leaves meet in the middle and somewhat circular shaped leaves which meet in a horizontal line at the middle of the firebox opening.

@frances3603 4 жыл бұрын

love! the video grade view by the way

@Tegillen 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Your Best one yet. Going to be there next weekend. Thanks Jeff

@lowrangemaniac5326 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so so so happy to see those Steam Ladies still operating today! They looks so marvelous! Cheers from an italian steam train entusiast

@solidgroundministries6469 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and great job!! Thanks for no annoying music!!!

@cmcer1995 3 жыл бұрын

This is the best footage I have seen on how the engines actually work and how they are maintained. Most of the time it is the same ol' content train going down the tracks, but this is far more informative than showing peoples vacation movies. Plus sharing about the history was also awesome. Thanks.

@TheMayorsDaughter 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much for this video. My grandson loves trains and this was a welcome adventure from home for today!

@terrystover7365 4 жыл бұрын

I believe this is the best video on the subject I've seen. The scenery in his production is beautiful for sure.

@PetesNikon 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this exceptionally good footplate and external shot video. I loved the notes to explain. very well done. I loved the mountain views also. Just great.

@brycenew 4 жыл бұрын

Gold!!!!! Many thanks for this and your other vids Jeff. Your passion and commitment are priceless :D

@timmayer8723 4 жыл бұрын

Best train video I have ever experienced. Like being in the cab. Actually got got butterfly's where the earth drops away and the camera is looking straight down 500 feet into the gorge at the river rushing by. ++++++

@kleetus92 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful locomotives and setting!

@darenplant4224 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for not adding silly obnoxious music or talking over the sounds of this great machine! Well done!

@billduckworth6760 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Brings back many pleasant memories. My Grandfather and Dad had a coal siding in a small town ( Williamsburg, Ohio ) in Southwestern Ohio, 35 miles East of Cincinnati. I grew up in the business. Unloading and delivering coal was a hard, dirty, difficult job. Glad to have experienced and ridden on coal fired trains.

@oregonwprrmodeler 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. No blithering narrating idiot attempting to add their great knowledge. No crappy music sound track. Just steam trains and men working. Kudos

@brynball5649 4 жыл бұрын

Thankyou for taking me on this wonderful journey.

@maesteg 3 жыл бұрын

Ah! Loved the video, reminded me of my footplate times as a fireman on the The Great Western Railway in the United Kingdom, 60 years ago. Yep I'm 85 yrs old now.

@muddtrack6969 4 жыл бұрын

Learned things about running a steam engine ive never heard about, and I have watch many videos on Steam! Very Impressive video ,many Thanks for all the time it took to make this possible! Love this time in history of steam !

@Big.Ron1 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding! The best i have seen regarding the steam trains. Well done and thank you.

@cazalde 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video! I couldn't stop watching it. I took this train two months before this video was made and it brought back all the sights and sounds of that day. The production and editing was top notch!

@1JUSTGOTLUCKY1 4 жыл бұрын

This is one fantastic video!!! Thank you for the post!!!

@jmccracken491 4 жыл бұрын

Jeff Berrier, Thanks so much for this beautiful video. I have never ridden D&S NARROW GAGE and I know I will never get that far west again. Beautiful 4k wow what a video again THANKS from WV

@rusty383 Жыл бұрын

I am so Happy to see our Steam Locomotives come alive again! It is so Worth it to See our Children and grandchildren to experience real Steam Engine alive!

@svasianfilipiname6603 3 жыл бұрын

"Marty, your future is WHATEVER you make it!" - Doc Brown

@gordonclark7632 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful scenery and excellent photography with both inside the cab and outside views. The builders of the rail system must have been pretty brave to carve their way through the hills and so close to the embankment.

@bunkstagner298 4 жыл бұрын

when I made this trip years ago the thrill was seeing an engine and tender down in the river!

@stephensfarms7165 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, this is the best video of the trains I have ever seen. The behind the scenes is wonderful. I hardly ever get to see all the close ups too. Wonderfully made and a A+. Hope u continue making videos like this one. Great job. Enjoyed watching very much. That hour went by fast. 💫💫👍👍👍👍🚂🚂🚂🥀