CLOSE UP: 3985 Here's a spectacular program featuring Union Pacific Challenger 4-6-6-4 3985 - the world's largest operating steam locomotive - at work on freight and passenger trains between Cheyenne, WY and Omaha, NE. The program opens with a brief history of the Challengers, illustrated with rare color archive film, which also includes beautiful color scenes of UP 4-8-4s, 4-12-2s and the huge Big Boy 4-8-8-4s. Contemporary action begins as the 3985 departs Cheyenne and accelerates to 55 mph for the run over Archer Hill. To supplement exciting trackside, in-cab, and pacing sequences, Mark I Video's exclusive ChoochCam locomotive mounted minicams capture thrilling closeup views of drivers, rods, and valve gear, offering a unique new perspective of this magnificent machine in action. Beautifully photographed night runbys and pacing scenes and even exquisite sunrise shots are also included. 60 Minutes - Narrated - Stereo Soundtrack PACING THE CHALLENGER This exciting program features uninterrupted side by side pacing sequences of Union Pacific 4-6-6-4 "Challenger" 3985 - the worlds largest operating steam locomotive - won westbound freight and passenger trains between Omaha, NE and Cheyenne, WY in September 1990. You'll thrill to start-ups, meets, exciting views of two sets of drives in action and crystal clear audio. The Pace cam pacing camera features rock steady views of the Challenger in action with no distraction camera moves or vibration. One hour of non stop action. Full Color - Hi-Fi Sound - Narration - 60 Minutes |
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