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Fairbanks-Morse Locomotive

Explore the captivating history of the Tennessee Valley Authority’s F3060 Fairbanks-Morse locomotive—a “Baby” Trainmaster from 1958 with 1600 horsepower. This locomotive is a testament to Fairbanks-Morse’s diesel locomotive venture post WWII, showcasing its unique opposed piston engine technology. Serving at TVA’s Gallatin plant, transporting coal for four decades, the F3060’s retirement marked a shift in transportation methods. Preserved as one of the few Fairbanks-Morse relics, it now stands as an exhibit at Grand Junction, a symbol of history and innovation in partnership with the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum.

Tennessee Valley RR Acquires Rare “Baby” Trainmaster Locomotive

Historic Fairbanks-Morse H16-66 Locomotive Adds Sparkle to Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s Collection Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) has proudly announced the addition of an iconic Fairbanks-Morse model H16-66 #F3060 locomotive to their collection, a gracious donation from the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). Manufactured in 1958 and affectionately termed the “Baby” Trainmaster, this 1600 horsepower locomotive…

Hiwassee Loop Train Ride Through Tennessee’s Hiwassee River Gorge
  • Delano Trip
From $62 per person

Travel 50 miles round trip from Delano on a 4.5-hour scenic journey through the lower Hiwassee River Gorge. Ride the rare spiral loop near Farner, where the track climbs and crosses over itself, while enjoying river, mountain, and forest views from climate-controlled vintage railcars.