Behind The Scenes on a Steam Locomotive [4K]

•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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[@F-Man]

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]

For real

[@wouldbepilot3988]

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.

[@juddydonk6570]

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

[@jasonbauer5488]

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.

[@sherrysaunders3758]

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!🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@CRUZER1800]

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

[@MrWmburr7]

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!

[@jeffmurphree2937]

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!

[@leecarlson9713]

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

[@dieterronsberg5970]

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

[@billduckworth6760]

I agree ! Background music in many cases is ANNOYING !

[@craftpaint1644]

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

[@davidhowell1560]

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[@anitahahn798]

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[@eduberaldo]

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!

[@gregsmith1719]

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

[@DerekDtj]

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! "

[@johnt60]

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.

[@oregonwprrmodeler]

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

[@prsearls]

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]

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]

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

[@johnbishop5316]

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]

You forgot the sounds!

[@TimothyMcAleeSrGeD]

@@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]

@@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!

[@hudsonut1]

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]

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!

[@MogotsiT01]

America is a beautiful country I just hope the world preserves it as it is

[@damonsmith9320]

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]

Personally I found that whistle not very appealing.

[@ronsingley9659]

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.

[@erictheberry]

Haha! Love the conductor rowing at 16:00

[@theberk759]

Lmao

[@up844productions8]

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

[@dannyseo6759]

Looks like there is a railing.

[@OMCCsam]

Thanks :) missed that .

[@michaeljbrennan3728]

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

[@Dumbrarere]

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

[@mastergunnerysgt1258]

Just remember that grad mom was slow but she was old. Love this vid to no end. Just remember the things of the past will enrich your life to no end. Old Master Gunnery SGT USMC. For I have 3 masters decrease's in this part of my life and it is the best thing since slice bread.

[@drachengott95]

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]

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

[@sherrysaunders3758]

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

[@royreynolds108]

@@johnharteloo5740 Pause the video to read then resume.

[@crazyhorsetrading8655]

@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

[@Germannio]

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]

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.

[@jasonjmarchi]

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!

[@rhazien2502]

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

[@laercioderenzo8293]

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.

[@johnacord5664]

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.

[@Strikersen]

Das ist echt der Ober-Hammer !! Ich bin begeistert und völlig geflasht !! Allein die Landschaft, das ist ja so genial

[@santosh8471]

Oh wow.. That's so natural and full of fun. The engine looks so great..

[@glenkelley6048]

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

[@georgebroad2319]

Thank you for the beautiful and well-done video. I first rode this line in 1955 and have done so many times since. My grandfather was a conductor on this line and married my grandmother in Durango in 1887. I notice No. 476 has had that atrocious movie stack removed. I and a lot of other D&RGW fans hope that the stack shroud (which was just that---it slipped down over the stack so it looked like a Hollywood idea of the 1870s) has been cut up so it can never be used again. Back in the '60s, several railfans I know were considering doing just that under cover of a moonless night. Later photos provided evidence they either thought it through once more or chickened. Again, thank you for a wonderful video!

[@rolandalfonso6954]

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

[@stephenbailey946]

I have been on this line . The views are out of this world

[@rusty383]

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

[@jeanmeslier9491]

Very excellent. The best train video I have ever seen. About 1960, I rode the last passenger steam train from Fort Smith, Arkansas to Paris, Texas. The conductor just came through the cars and told us we were the last. Riding a commercial passenger train is different somehow from riding an excursion train. I encourage you to ride the excursion trains in your area, if there is one, as much as possible, they are fun. Nothing like getting a face full of hot cinders and gravel when the wind shifts. You won't likely have that problem in you air conditioned excursion car.

[@edithdavis2848]

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]

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.

[@leonardoroland3130]

Espectacular vídeo, hermosos paisajes únicos..increíble como construyeron todos esos tramos de vía férrea prácticamente pendiendo de los acantilados..con el río a tus pies y los maravillosos bosques naturales, laderas y colinas.. Muy agradecido por mostrarnos y compartir un material tan bien realizado y más cuando hay amor por el vapor y la Historia que trae consigo..saludos desde Montevideo, Uruguay 🇺🇾..

[@mastergunnerysgt1258]

What a great thing to watch for how it was in yesteryear. For I can not say more.

[@KenR208]

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!.

[@rusty383]

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!

[@darenplant4224]

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

[@rusty383]

He doesn't even have to see where his hands are going! It's just natural between him and his big Lady! I am a Professional Driver of 45 years and 5 miles of safe Driving. It became a part of me especially with a good fommilure Tractor under you .

[@ricktomlinson5481]

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]

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[@TempoDrift1480]

Nobody has time to take pictures of themselves.

[@scottmarshall4996]

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

[@cn22willamette]

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.

[@charriwithrow6498]

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

[@skip1835]

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]

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

[@carlhenryobadiahbusing2813]

One of the best Doco Yet

[@sethsimmons5845]

Glad you captured this before the conversion to oil.

[@josephcason5782]

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

[@solidgroundministries6469]

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

[@jked7463]

There is something so satisfying about a mechanical machine the all of the electronics in the world can't duplicate.

[@pilou09100]

So scenic trip in july 1986. unforgottable.

[@eugenenault4935]

I’ll be watching this many times.

[@tropicaltanktv]

This is now my favorite movie. Amazing.

[@billr8667]

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.

[@dalisabellsen4135]

Sjećam se tih vremena! To je bilo davne 1890!

[@robertsalanon2909]

Magnifique moment !! Cette vieille loco a encore de longs jours devant elle et bravo á ces cheminots....

[@Roberto-hl4id]

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

[@kaiser9598]

We’re getting this for FREE?! Wow, thank you. if this video ever disappears, people can download it in full quality with the subtitles, FOR FREE! Thank you again, so much for this. This is amazing.

[@trailingrails9953]

The power is quite astounding for such compact locomotives.

[@dergenmusic2081]

Trailing Rails Thanks to those big boilers

[@ThomasWLalor]

The engineer driving this locomotive is a master at his craft. Note the minimal exhaust from the stack. Those incredible plumes of smoke and steam often seen are just for the benefit of the photographers

[@iamrichrocker]

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..

[@LaughWhenYouCanToday]

Great footage to relieve the old moments in 2023 thank you for uploading and sharing the video🎉🎉

[@KarlH1980]

Stopped by for a peak to see if the video of some boring old narrow gauge was any good. Watched every second. Even rewound some scenes. Great way to have spent part of the evening. Thanks!!

[@rusty383]

An old Engineer told me a Steam Locomotive needs Water Coal and lots and lots of Love and Respect to keep her Running! You just have to Listen Carefully and Feel everything she needs and exactly when she tells you!

[@TheMayorsDaughter]

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

[@brajakishoredash8810]

Thanks for our fore fathers who made these .

[@carlschubert879]

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.

[@slashmacleod]

One of the neatest things about both the D&S and C&TS is that they operate original equipment on their original home territory. And those two railroads have so many survivors of locomotives built for or by the D&RG/D&RGW. And of course the scenery! Also if you need a workout, firing the 4% from Chama, NM up Cumbres Pass will do it, shoveling non-stop.

[@eddieforce2341]

If you are ever in the South Western part of Colorado do not miss the opportunity to take the Durango to Silverton train ride. This is truly a National Treasure, even if you dont like trains. This area is some of the most beautiful in the world. Be sure to take a jacket. Silverton is at 9500 feet and has the shotest growing season in the lower 48.

[@KameraShy]

Looks like another one for the bucket list.

[@nicolaeiosipenco8922]

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 !

[@Cuetzpallincihuatl]

Watching again.... My 918 time. 21 Dec. 2023. ~ Blessings from México 🇲🇽 ~❤

[@dougtexas9075]

This was worth watching !!!!!!!!

[@oldbassist60]

Very well done. Born too late. I took one rail ride as a 5-year-old kid in 1952 with my grandma. Living out in the country, I had never seen a locomotive but heard them aplenty as they whistled and rolled thru neighboring towns with 3 main lines: WM (high-grade/low-grade) & B&O. I didn't understand much, other than it was really exciting as the thundering, hissing beast rolled to a stop at the station, bell clanging. Then, the whistles were gone and replaced with a different sound - the horn.

[@DeathMetalViking]

Words and no voice... You sir win.

[@jbg43]

I smelled the steam, the smoke, and the grease!. Great video!!

[@Stornoman]

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.

[@diverdave4304]

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

[@frances3603]

love! the video grade view by the way

[@troytaylor1913]

My dad in the late 30's rode the train from Farmington to a little passed Durango for 20 cents. The train would stop for water and let people get off to fish in the Animas river then pick them back up in the evening for a ride back. The trains was mostly used for cargo back then but the had a passenger car. I remember seeing the trains in Farmington when I was a kid.

[@Dreamworld986]

I totally agree with the comment below and scenery was beautiful.

[@charlesflint9048]

Wow! What a wonderful journey, and what a wonderful job for the engine driver!!.

[@bijankumar2922]

A dream journey through rocks. A lifetime achievement, I think ! I clear my storage for this new awesome footage.

[@mozaika5598]

For the first time I see the hard work of a steam locomotiv drivers.Amazing and dangerous route in the mountains.Great video👍👍

[@Cuetzpallincihuatl]

Watching and watching while painting steam locomotives... Thank you ❤...

[@roostercogburn809]

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

[@erictheberry]

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

[@YesIAmSmarterThanYouPleaseCope]

That damn ringing. It won't stop.

[@prarieborn6458]

Thank You! This was very enjoyable and educational. I am 78 and since age 4 I have loved the “ChooChoo” trains that ran through the valley in our town, Our house was on the hill just above the tracks and I could see and hear every train. I used to thrill to the hissing billowing clouds and jets of steam, that came from the steam engines , especially the wheels. The steam engine always sounds alive, One can hear it breathe. And I have always loved the sound of the whistle, night or day, I never ever got to see inside one of them and I never knew how many moving parts they have. Wow, the men who keep them going really have legendary jobs!! The Engineer and the Fireman, I knew about them, but I really enjoyed watching all the men doing all the tasks. I never knew they used sand to brake and I never knew what a sand dome was, or a spark arrester.. The steam locomotives all but disappeared out of my everyday life as the years went by. I still love trains and all the diesel engines too, but to “ride” in the cab of the steam engine was a wonderful treat.

[@jasonrackawack9369]

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.

[@timmayer8723]

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. ++++++

[@jimbailey6478]

The D&RGW should hire you. What a wonderful video. VERY well done. Bravo. 👏👏👏

[@lowrangemaniac5326]

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