Cabooses

XC7871 – Transfer Caboose – Southern Railway

This caboose was built in the 1950s and was used to transfer railcars between railyards that were only a short distance apart, hence the name ‘transfer caboose’.  It was donated in 1980.  Repainted by our volunteer shop team, the side walls and doors were added in the 1990’s  at the museum to support operating our full-size train ride.  It’s a fun way to see our museum, get a little sun and some fresh air.

500837 – Caboose – Norfolk & Western

This class C19 caboose was built in 1940 for the Pittsburgh and West Virginia Railway as number 837. It was later acquired by N&W in 1964 and was subsequently donated to the Museum in 1989. Repainted by our volunteers, the caboose is featured on our full-size train ride. Click here to read more.

X-92 – Caboose – Central of Georgia

This wood constructed unit was built in 1916 as a ventilated box car. It was converted to a caboose in 1942 by Central of Georgia’s shops. It was donated in 1970. You'll find X-92 in our Building 1. It's a great place to have your picture taken!

01077 – Caboose – Seaboard Coast Line

This steel class M6 caboose was rebuilt in 1970 and donated in 1997. The main components of the Family Lines (a marketing stance) were the Louisville & Nashville, the Clinchfield, and the Seaboard Coastline. Basically intact, the car can usually be seen on the end of a short freight train on our Track 14 and can be open for touring on occasion.

• Status: On exhibit

2156 – Caboose – Southern Railway

This is a wood caboose built in 1915 by Southern Railway. It was last used in service by Vulcan Materials, and was donated to the Museum in 1979.

• In storage.

2866 – Caboose – Georgia Railroad

• On exhibit

2489 Caboose – Georgia Railroad

This caboose was built during the WWII steel shortage by the Georgia Railroad’s shops. The frame and ends are from an otherwise rusted-out 1923 boxcar, with 2′ x 6′ boards attached to the inside of the frame. It was donated in 1972.

• In storage