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Metra Donates F40C 611 To RRHMA

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In a significant move for railroad preservation, Chicago commuter operator Metra has donated one of its last remaining F40C diesel locomotives—No. 611—to Railroading Heritage of Midwest America.
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Metra Donates F40C to Railroading Heritage of Midwest America

The last F40C locomotive on the Metra roster has been donated to Railroading Heritage of Midwest America in Silvis, Ill. RRHMA, which is assembling an impressive fleet of diesel locomotives along with two Union Pacific steam engines, said it plans to restore the rare six-axle passenger unit to operation.  Metra 611 was spotted being moved around Chicago on March 18, and is now en route to Silvis.  “Metra has a deep appreciation for its history, …

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Metra Donates F40C 611 To RRHMA

In a significant move for railroad preservation, Chicago commuter operator Metra has donated one of its last remaining F40C diesel locomotives—No. 611—to Railroading Heritage of Midwest America.

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American-Rails.com broke the news in on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
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