Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway Steam Locomotive No. 3751
historic place
Here in Los Angeles, we observe the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway Steam Locomotive No. 3751. Built in May 1927 by the Baldwin Locomotive Works, it was the Santa Fe Railway's first 4-8-4 type steam locomotive. This engine served in passenger service, connecting the American Southwest. It was converted to burn oil in 1936. On May 7, 1939, Locomotive No. 3751 made history in Los Angeles, pulling the Scout as the first steam locomotive to enter the new Union Station. The locomotive operated on the Los Angeles Division, including routes to San Diego. Its regular service ended on August 23, 1953, when it was laid up at Redondo Junction in Los Angeles. It was officially retired in 1957. After restoration by the San Bernardino Railroad Historical Society, it returned to operation by 1991. Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway Steam Locomotive No. 3751 is currently located in Los Angeles and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 4, 2000. It represents a significant part of Southern California's rail history.