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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.

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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…

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August 17, 2021

Posted in: Behind-the-Scenes At TVRM, Featured Exhibits, Locomotive Restoration Updates, Railroad History And Heritage