We are currently restoring a 1925 33-ton Vulcan Steam Locomotive for lease to tourist railroads, and providing an opportunity for people to learn how to operate a steam locomotive.
Hours spent to get this locomotive running so far*:
201
*Updated weekly
Here is a Recent progress picture on the loco:
If you’d like to contribute to our effort to restore this engine, consider purchasing a T-shirt, whistle bottle opener, becoming a member of my Youtube channel, or letting us know if you or your business have the capabilities to assist in a way that might be useful to the project.
The Locomotive before the restoration began.
Here’s the latest video update about restoring this engine:
The locomotive and all its pieces have been moved to Harty Locomotive Works and is awaiting restoration.
We intend to restore the locomotive to ABSA certified operating condition and lease it to railroads in Western Canada for pulling small excursions, along with developing a program for people to learn to run the engine in a private setting.
Specs:
-Built in 1925
-Builder Number 3501
-Weight in running order is 66,000 LBS
-36” Drivers
-Standard Gauge
-190 PSI Boiler
Check out this video of the locomotive while in service in the 1950s!
Here are some photos that give an approximation of the end goal aesthetics of the locomotive:
Want to volunteer to work on the steam locomotive?
If you are interested in spending a day at my shop getting your hands dirty working on a steam locomotive, here are the types of jobs that are available:
-Taking apart piping/fittings
-Polishing brass pieces such as valves, name plates, cab appliances, etc.
-Grinding break shoes
-De-greasing
-Sandblasting
-Painting
-Welding on saddle tank*
-Turning parts on the lathe*
*These jobs would require a competent skillset in their respective areas.
You must be of sound mind and body and have experience working with your hands. This opportunity is NOT for someone who is new to working with tools like an angle grinder, drill press, etc.
The first group work day is tentatively September 13, 2025, but if you are skilled in welding or machining, I can possibly accommodate a different day.
Send in your contact info below, and we’ll be in contact about the possibility of you coming out to Harty Locomotive Works for a day! Fair warning, I may give you a good ol’ fashioned phone call to discuss details.