On board video of the last steam-powered snowplow

I believe both Rio Grande narrow gauge snowplows OM and OY are still operational--just not used.

By steam-powered, that's also include self-propelled wich OM and OY are not.

Too bad that they do not use them anymore, even if it will only for "show"

I'm not aware of any US Leslie type rotary plows that are self propelled. Every picture, wood cut, and diagram I've ever seen gives no evidence of this being a US design feature. Even the more recent UP units, which have an on board diesel engine, use it strickly to drive the wheel.  In fact, this is first time I've ever seen a self propelled rotary. I hope the boiler is big enough to provide enough steam for both the wheel and traction.

Chris

LVHR

In very deep snow they add an electric pusher loco.

Cumbres & Toltec has used their steam rotary in recent years, pushed by steam locomotives.

Thanks Lafondue, for another neat video.

You're welcome...

as you mentionned the pusher was added for deep snow and also due to some tight curves

I saw both OM and OY about two years ago. Looking at some pictures I have OM has a walk thru display built around it and the fire box door removed.   OY still looks ready to go, water tank still connected.

I believe someone also me also that OY was recently used.

Jamie