Santa Fe 2926 Photo Shoot

OCTOBER 23-25, 2026
Albuquerque, NM

Join us as we photograph Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe #2926, the largest operable 4-8-4 in the world, on the mainline in Albuquerque. After years of anticipation, the time has finally come for the 2926 to make its mainline photo shoot debut.

Lerro Photography is an official contractor with New Mexico Heritage Rail. Only photographers registered or affiliated with Lerro Photography for this photo shoot will be allowed onto railroad property. The general public will not be permitted to walk up and participate. The photo shoot will feature a Friday night photo session in the yard as well as photo opportunities all day Saturday and Sunday on the mainline.

Physical Level
Moderate
Experience Level
Novice to Pro
Group Size
Closed Photography Set

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PERFORMANCE:

  • Max Speed – 120mph (190km/h)
  • Power Output – 4590 hp at 40mph
  • Tractive effort – 66,000 lbf
  • Factor of Adh – 4.45

SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Whyte – 4-8-4
  • Leading Dia – 42”
  • Driving Dia – 80”
  • Trailing Dia – 50”
  • Length – 120Ft 10in
  • Height – 16ft 0in
  • Loco weight – 510,150 lb (231,400 kg)
  • Tender weight – 464,700 lb (210,800 kg)
  • Total weight – 974,850 lb (442,180 kg)
  • Fuel Type – Oil
  • Fire Box Grate Area – 108 sq ft
  • Boil Diameter – 102”
  • Boil Pressure – 300 psi
  • Cylinder Size – 28” x 32”
  • Valve Gear – Walschaerts

Photos of the Santa Fe #2926

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Glenolden, PA 19036