The Iron Giant Revival: What a 4,400 Ton Locomotive Says About America's Industrial Appetite The Union Pacific Railroad's Big Boy, a behemoth of steel and steam weighing in at an astonishing 4,400 tons, has completed its epic journey across the United States.
This summer's cross country trek was a nostalgic romp through a bygone era, one where America's industrial prowess knew no bounds.
While some observers see the locomotive as a throwback to a bygone era, others view it as a symbol of American industry's continued relevance.