Union Pacific Challenger #3985 puts on a disguise as she prepared for a stint on the ex-Clinchfield RR to star on the annual CSX Santa Train. From the GSVP show https://rfd.video/ChallengerEast | Steam Giants

Watch Union Pacific No. 8444 in the late 1960s with a look at Union Pacific 3985 with an uncertain future, rusting away at Cheyenne, Wyoming. From the GSVP show "Union Pacific 844, The Early Years" https://rfd.video/Early844 | Steam Giants

The resoration of Union Pacific Challenger #3985 began in 1979. She had a great second life. From the WB Video show "Challenger ’82, Union Pacific’s 3985" https://rfd.video/Challenger82 | Steam Giants

Our story on Union Pacific's Challenger 3985 was originally produced when it was still in excursion service. It was retired by UP in 2020 and donated to Railroading Heritage of Midwest America last year where it will undergo restoration. Hop aboard our "blast from the past" story and enjoy this powerful locomotive's trek across Nebraska. #nebraska #trains #trainspotting Union Pacific Railroad | Nebraska Stories

After her restoration in 1981, Challenger #3985 is still a coal burner and eager to hit the rails for some 1982 touring. The famous locomotive is seen at a few locations. From the WB Video show "Challenger '82, Union Pacific's 3985" https://rfd.video/Challenger82 | Steam Giants

Fresh from her restoration in 1982, Union Pacific Challenger #3985 begins her first tour. From the WB Video show "Challenger '82, Union Pacific #3985" https://rfd.video/Challenger82 | Steam Giants

The 3985 is on her way to ex-Clinchfield territory where she will play Santa on CSXT's Santa Train. From the GSVP show "Challenger Goes East" https://rfd.video/ChallengerEast | Steam Giants