Union Pacific RR 4-8-4 No. 838
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States 		Location: UP Engine House
Status: Parts Source
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Posted: Dec 9, 2012 @ 14:12:09 by Erik
Change status to "Parts Source".
Posted: Nov 14, 2011 @ 03:11:25 by Mike
I spoke with the boilermaker accompanying No. 844 on the New Mexico and Arizona Centennial tour, and he said that there has never been, nor is there currently even a thought towards swapping out boilers between 838 and 844.
Posted: Feb 27, 2007 @ 12:02:35 by Flamex

This unit has a cracked frame, it will not be restored. I have heard that the boiler might be removed and exchanged with #844's boiler.

Posted: Mar 15, 2006 @ 15:03:50 by craig smith
seeing the 838 would be really cool to see it operating with the 844. seeing them doubleheading would be a impressing sight to see. i wonder if the up is ever going to get it operating again?
Posted: Sep 22, 2004 @ 20:09:31 by Gravy

this engine is in the two-tone gray livery.  They say that the boiler of this locomotive is in better condition than the battle-worn 844's.

Posted: May 11, 2004 @ 01:05:40 by Maxum

It's stored in the roundhouse in Cheyenne.  It's used for parts for 844.