49K views · 16K reactions | Steam Locomotive #611 built by the Norfolk & Western, is the largest (by weight) coal burning steam locomotive in operation - and she wants you to know it!!!  : N&W Roanoke | 1950 : May | 2023 : #steamtrain #steamlocomotive #steamengine #railroad #railway #trainspotting #railfan #railfannation #trains #americana #vintage #retro #machine #mechanical #travel #transportation #locomotive #pennsylvania | TrainChasers | Facebook

274K views · 12K reactions | The Norfolk & Western Class J 611 is the most powerful steam passenger locomotive ever built. She's a combination of beauty, power, and superb mechanical engineering. | Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611 | Facebook

162K views · 10K reactions | The Queen of Steam, Norfolk and Western #611 arriving at @strasburgrailroad! #Strasburg #strasburgrailroad #norfolkwestern #steamengine #locomotive #steam #railfanning #trainspotting #trainspotter #railroad #history #trainstation #steamlocomotive #restored #railroadcrossing #railway #livesteam #excursion #pennsylvaniarailroad #trainride #trains #train #trainspotting #trainsofinstagram #trainstation #railfan #trains #station #traintracks | BR Railroad | Facebook

1.5K views · 169 reactions | Unvelling the mechanics behind the 611!...

73K views · 418 reactions | Farewell to the Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611! This last-of-its kind locomotive from 1950 passed through New Cumberland as it made its way from Strasburg Rail Road to its next stop in North Carolina. Train lovers were given the chance to ride in the cab during its stay in Strasburg. | PennLive.com | Facebook

7.9K views · 432 reactions | The Norfolk & Western Class J 611 Steam Passenger Locomotive Virginia Museum of Transportation | Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611 | Facebook

🚂❤️ This Giving Tuesday, help keep the iconic 611 steaming strong! It takes an incredible amount of resources to keep a living, breathing steam locomotive operating. Every trip requires coal and water, grease and oil, insurance, qualified crews, and countless hours of maintenance and inspection. These are just a few of the costs that make what we do possible. Our team is committed to doing the heavy lifting - the mechanical work, the servicing, the long hours, and the dedication required to kee

Turn it up and enjoy! Norfolk & Western class J #611 making some music! The locomotive is shown on the Virginia Scenic Railway , running passenger excursions in conjunction with the Steam Railroading Institute Link to full length video in the comments below! Like, follow, share! #railway #railroad #STEAM #steamengine #steamlocomotive #history #locomotive #thatsteamguy #historicpreservation #operations #heavyequipment #heavymetal #heavymachinery #UnitedStates #train #trains #railway #railroad #tr

22K views · 2K reactions | Along with Frisco 1522, Norfolk & Western 611 starred in the National Railway Historical Society's 1994 National Convention. From the Pentrex show "Atlanta Steam Celebration" https://rfd.video/AtlantaSteam | Steam Giants | Facebook