The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad traverses the highest mountain railroad pass in North America using original and rebuilt vintage trains. Now, the railroad undertakes its most ambitious effort ever: a fully restored locomotive and set of wooden passenger cars dating to the 1880s.

Kobalt documented the unprecedented train restoration process and maiden voyage of the no. 168 locomotive. Using traditional methods (with an assist from modern tools), the railroad staff work as a team to bring this original steam train roaring back to life.

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CREDITS
Produced by Franklin Street Films https://franklinstreetfilms.com/and Lineage https://www.lineagedigital.com

Cast: Stathi Pappas, Max Casias, Dan Frasier, Adam Phillips, Jon Bush, Evan Martinez, Jacob Vigil
Directed by Michael Kofsky | Director of Photography Andria Chamberlin | Drone operator Luke Fitch | Edited by Michael Kofsky & Andria Chamberlin

"I've Been Workin' on the Railroad" performed by Hey King!    / heykingband  

Executive Producers: Anthony Rodriguez & Blake Armstrong | Senior Producer Katie Zakula | Producer Laurie Berger | Creative Producer Steve Coy

Special thanks: Jon Bush, Stathi Pappas, Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, State of New Mexico, State of Colorado