This is the day we’ve all been waiting for! CP 2816 has begun her Final Spike Tour! This will be one heck of an adventure for the Empress and let me tell you it’s gonna be awesome!
This is really awesome, Canada hasn't had a large steam locomotive like this in operational condition since this locomotive got retired again and put into storage. The united states has the UP 844, Canada now has the empress!
4-6-4 #2816 is a gorgeous steam locomotive. Call me old fashioned but to me this magnificent piece of machinery will never ever be a CPKC locomotive. Just like the case of restored AT&SF 4-8-4 #2926. It will never ever be a BNSF locomotive, at least to me.
I hope the Mexico part of the trip goes well. I’ve been through Mexico up and down and it’s not the best place when it comes to vandalism and Robbery’s
And also cpr 2816 have to be be careful cuz all track are made with mess all of Mexican people also the train need to slow down only can reach top speed at middle of desert
@@kazeirfan okay that’s kind of racist. Tracks in Mexico are perfectly fine, And it’s Not all desert. Why are you assuming Mexican people can’t build track good? I’ve been to Mexico and the railroads there are in good condition.
@@kazeirfan knowing all the tracks? What does that mean? Are you walking along all tracks in Mexico or something? Just cause your looking on a map doesn’t mean you KNOW the quality
@stephenpasztor4465 testing? So if this modern new thing has a problem, a nearly 100 year old steam engine and two 70ish year old F units will be lugging it around. I'm all for new technology, but I find that ironically funny
I know the one behind Reading 2101 was a Mohawk tender from The Chessie Steam Specials but the Safety Express tender that 614 pulled for Chessie Safety Express and for the 1984-1985 test runs as well as 765 pulled for only the 1986 New River Train was an L&N Big Emma tender converted to an aux water tender? That’s what Glen Brendal told me several years ago, may he rest in peace.
Sure as can be 20 years from now someone is going to make an inquiry as to what the consist was for this train, so photograph the whole thing at least once.
@@paulw.woodring7304Another net pic of mine is people who stand too close to grade crossings, twist with the locomotive and zoom in on it as it goes. Hardly any of those shots turnout especially when it's open land. Be 50 yards off, far enough away from the crossing so the ringing/whistle isn't killing audio too.
Why do people have such a hard time accepting that the reporting name of Canadian Pacific is now Canadian Pacific Kansas City and dictates its reporting name of the loco.
@@KB9813 because it was a sad attempt to appease American investors who might not like the idea that a Canadian company bought them. CN did the same thing for a few years after they bought IC for the same reason. They finally dropped it because it affected the brand recognition. The CN logo is one of the 50 most recognized corporate logos in the world. CPRs corporate legacy of building the nation of Canada is just as important and should not be diluted just to appeal to some shareholders for a buyout. You can’t really tell me the new CPKC logos/paint jobs on locomotives looks good or creative compared to any of the former CPR or even KCS schemes. Hopefully no paint scheme changes will ever hit the Empress during her lifetime.
@KB9813 just because they own it doesn't mean anything it's true reporting mark is CP. Just like the new unit's in the new scheme aren't CPKC the first unit has CP reporting marks and the second unit has KCS reporting marks.
Saskatchewan resident here. It's only ugly looking right now because the snow has only recently all melted away. The color will be in soon. But I've noticed that the people who usually don't live here don't see the hidden beauty within. Yes, April is usually an ugly time, I'll admit, but once the native grass and flowers grow and the fields behind to bring more colours (yellows, gold, green and even blue-purple), it can become very nice. I love it in the prairies and I don't plan to ever leave my province.
@bluecollarden Continued ... summertime all my life. I really like the forests, mountains, ocean, glaciers, beaches, volcanoes , clear rivers and lakes etc. And the large biodiversity that comes with it. 5 months of summer definitely outweighs the 13 weeks I used to get on the praries! I feel almost ripped off when I think of my childhood. I love the fishing and being able to grow palm trees, fig trees, and kiwi as well ! Glad you appreciate your surroundings, but if I didn't have family there, I would never go back. Also the conservative and conspiracy theory vibe that dominates there now is really creepy. Churches everywhere and Neo Nazi camps, etc. Could be referred to as the 'Deep South' of Canada between the Rockies and the hundredth meridian. Glad you like it but it ain't for me. Enjoy your sudden spring and make the most of your summer! - Peace
This is the day we’ve all been waiting for! CP 2816 has begun her Final Spike Tour! This will be one heck of an adventure for the Empress and let me tell you it’s gonna be awesome!
That machine is a beautiful work of art.
I love this locomotive because its beautiful with its paint but it also has that heavy hauling powerful locomotive feel to it. Amazing video.
This is really awesome, Canada hasn't had a large steam locomotive like this in operational condition since this locomotive got retired again and put into storage. The united states has the UP 844, Canada now has the empress!
I've been waiting over a year for this... my railfanning brethren the nation's over..
IT HAS BEGUN!!!!!
Great video. Beautiful countryside.Would like to have seen the consist behind. The Hydrogen unit looks so out of place in train.
That first part is what we in Ontario called “a run past”. Great memories thanks for posting.
I’m on my way to see it right now!
Saw our group in there once or twice! Great video!
Great catches awesome chase and nice video
Hmm... so it begins. Wait a minute, is the second locomotive that experimental hydrogen fuel cell locomotive that CPKC has?
you are correct
Yep
@@Coffee_Rail1112 dang...
Beauty video! 2816 is a amazing Steamer!
Nice video! We caught 2816 down at Indus.
What a glorious sight!
That's a handsome choo choo !
4-6-4 #2816 is a gorgeous steam locomotive. Call me old fashioned but to me this magnificent piece of machinery will never ever be a CPKC locomotive. Just like the case of restored AT&SF 4-8-4 #2926. It will never ever be a BNSF locomotive, at least to me.
I hope the Mexico part of the trip goes well. I’ve been through Mexico up and down and it’s not the best place when it comes to vandalism and Robbery’s
And also cpr 2816 have to be be careful cuz all track are made with mess all of Mexican people also the train need to slow down only can reach top speed at middle of desert
@@kazeirfan okay that’s kind of racist. Tracks in Mexico are perfectly fine, And it’s Not all desert.
Why are you assuming Mexican people can’t build track good? I’ve been to Mexico and the railroads there are in good condition.
Oh sorry btw I am just knowing all the tracks btw sorry for mistakes
@@kazeirfan knowing all the tracks? What does that mean? Are you walking along all tracks in Mexico or something? Just cause your looking on a map doesn’t mean you KNOW the quality
I mean I just watched Mexican trains btw it's good btw so sorry for mess it's just a about my imagination
Excellent shot. Like
CP #2816 is off. CPKC experimental hydrogen fuel cell locomotive has come along for the ride for some reason.
I heard it's not going on the full journey but could be wrong
Testing kicked off at Dunmore
@stephenpasztor4465 testing? So if this modern new thing has a problem, a nearly 100 year old steam engine and two 70ish year old F units will be lugging it around. I'm all for new technology, but I find that ironically funny
In 20-30 years people will see this video and ask, "What's that green thing?"
@@maestromecanico597 probably not wrong
Acá la esperaré en México muy buen trabajo 👍🏽
I see the old “Safety Express” aux tender is the first car behind 2816’s tender. Neat.
I know the one behind Reading 2101 was a Mohawk tender from The Chessie Steam Specials but the Safety Express tender that 614 pulled for Chessie Safety Express and for the 1984-1985 test runs as well as 765 pulled for only the 1986 New River Train was an L&N Big Emma tender converted to an aux water tender? That’s what Glen Brendal told me several years ago, may he rest in peace.
But you are right that the tender on that train does belong to SP4449. May bad.
Thanks for posting/sharing!
Not to be pedantic, however the locomotive ID is CP 2816, not CPKC 2016.
It's owned by Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railway, therefore reporting name CPKC...
Foam
It's definitely not the 2016!
Very nice footage! Hope to see this when it comes to KC
I cant wait to catch this beauty speeding through DeQunicy on the CPKC Beaumont Sub😊
The hydrogen locomotive being pulled by a steam engine is such a good metaphor for the greenwashing nonsense
And it makes it look UGLY
And not one full shot of the whole train set... never forget that rolling stock is equally important as the locomotive.
Sure as can be 20 years from now someone is going to make an inquiry as to what the consist was for this train, so photograph the whole thing at least once.
@@paulw.woodring7304Another net pic of mine is people who stand too close to grade crossings, twist with the locomotive and zoom in on it as it goes. Hardly any of those shots turnout especially when it's open land. Be 50 yards off, far enough away from the crossing so the ringing/whistle isn't killing audio too.
funny you mentioned that because i wanted to see the consist she was pulling
So did I…
Nice and clean boys
Please show more of the train rolling by. I am interested in hearing the diesels as well.
It’s CP 2816, I know the company itself is CPKC but 2816 is still a CP locomotive.
Great shots! How fast were you pacing them at?
Nice triple tender, be cool if they could be corridored
Please just CP 2816. The KC has no business being anywhere near an engine that beautiful.
Why do people have such a hard time accepting that the reporting name of Canadian Pacific is now Canadian Pacific Kansas City and dictates its reporting name of the loco.
@@KB9813 because it was a sad attempt to appease American investors who might not like the idea that a Canadian company bought them. CN did the same thing for a few years after they bought IC for the same reason. They finally dropped it because it affected the brand recognition. The CN logo is one of the 50 most recognized corporate logos in the world. CPRs corporate legacy of building the nation of Canada is just as important and should not be diluted just to appeal to some shareholders for a buyout. You can’t really tell me the new CPKC logos/paint jobs on locomotives looks good or creative compared to any of the former CPR or even KCS schemes. Hopefully no paint scheme changes will ever hit the Empress during her lifetime.
SIXTEEEENN!! HOW ARE YOU DOING!! Wow! All the way to Mexico, that's quite a trip. But if anyone can do it, it's you Old Girl! Good luck!
¿Con qué combustible calientan el agua? No veo el humo negro del carbón.
CP has converted 2816 to bio-diesel.
is this her last tour
That will be up to cpkc management
Keep this whole train alive….
love the subject but lose the staticky, jittery transitions..They are an eyesore
I agree. Show the complete train pass by.
Agreed!
I left after the third time it happened.
This is only CP 2816 not CPKC! You have the wrong title
It's owned by Canadian Pacific Kansas City, which will mean its reporting name will be CPKC.
@KB9813 just because they own it doesn't mean anything it's true reporting mark is CP. Just like the new unit's in the new scheme aren't CPKC the first unit has CP reporting marks and the second unit has KCS reporting marks.
Final spike tour?? So dumb question does that mean no steam for cp after its tour
thats up to CP anyway
Nice train.
Bleak, ugly, and depressing landscape though
Saskatchewan resident here. It's only ugly looking right now because the snow has only recently all melted away. The color will be in soon. But I've noticed that the people who usually don't live here don't see the hidden beauty within. Yes, April is usually an ugly time, I'll admit, but once the native grass and flowers grow and the fields behind to bring more colours (yellows, gold, green and even blue-purple), it can become very nice. I love it in the prairies and I don't plan to ever leave my province.
@bluecollarden
I actually grew up on the praries but live on Vancouver Island for quite awhile now.
I've only really enjoyed summertime
@bluecollarden
Continued ...
summertime all my life.
I really like the forests, mountains, ocean, glaciers, beaches, volcanoes , clear rivers and lakes etc. And the large biodiversity that comes with it.
5 months of summer definitely outweighs the 13 weeks I used to get on the praries! I feel almost ripped off when I think of my childhood.
I love the fishing and being able to grow palm trees, fig trees, and kiwi as well !
Glad you appreciate your surroundings, but if I didn't have family there, I would never go back.
Also the conservative and conspiracy theory vibe that dominates there now is really creepy. Churches everywhere and Neo Nazi camps, etc. Could be referred to as the 'Deep South' of Canada between the Rockies and the hundredth meridian.
Glad you like it but it ain't for me.
Enjoy your sudden spring and make the most of your summer!
- Peace
@@bluecollarden The province where it takes 3 days for your dog to runaway! lol