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The 611 was built and designed in Roanoke by the Norfolk and Western Railway. It’s considered one of the finest steam locomotives in the world. This fall, the 611 will conduct a series of passenger ...

The iconic Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611 steam locomotive will return to service this fall. According to the Virginia ...

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Staunton, Va. (WVIR) - The famed Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611 steam locomotive is returning to Virginia’s rails this ...

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Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611 steam locomotive is back into service for a limited series of passenger excursions this ...

The 611 locomotive, designed and built in Roanoke by the Norfolk & Western Railway, has been widely regarded as representing the height of steam locomotive construction.

In September 2024, Norfolk Southern agreed to pay $600 million in a class-action settlement for individuals who filed ...

“We are excited to partner with new and old friends to bring back the thrill of mainline steam excursions through the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. The return of the N&W 611 is sure to bring joy to ...

The Virginia Scenic Railway has announced a partnership with the Virginia Museum of Transportation, the Steam Railroading ...

The Virginia Scenic Railway announced that the famed Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611 steam locomotive will be back in ...