D&RGW RS-3 No. 5203 was photographed on April 10, 1965 in Denver. At the time, the unit was being utilized as a heavy switcher to switch covered hoppers. — J. David Ingles, Louis A. Marre collection

A rear view of Fairbanks-Morse H15-44 No. 150. – P. Allen Copeland collection

We are thrilled to announce updates to our resource section. Previously, both the Fairbanks-Morse and RS-3 rosters were part of the Switcher roster section. However, with the recent Fairbanks-Morse Prospector article featured in Volume 24, Number 2, we’ve begun breaking out each switcher model into its own dedicated resource page. These expanded pages now include detailed information and roster insights for each locomotive model.

The newly added Fairbanks-Morse locomotives page offers an in-depth exploration of these iconic engines, with part one of the series covering the H10-44 switchers and H15-44 road switchers. Additionally, the D&RGW RS-3 roster page has been updated to provide comprehensive details about these remarkable locomotives.

These updates reflect our commitment to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of the Rio Grande. We invite you to explore these resources and dive into the fascinating stories behind the locomotives that shaped the Rio Grande’s legacy.

Check out the Fairbanks-Morse locomotives page here and the D&RGW RS-3 roster updates here.