Pioneer Zephyr, Chicago
- Also Known As: Burlington Zephyr
- Vicinity: Entry Hall
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
| Edward G Budd Co | Manufacturer | |||||
| 1934/05/26 | Leaving Denver at 7:04 am, the Zephyr makes a non-stop 1,015 mile (1,633 km) trip to Halsted Street station in 13 hours 5 minutes. The train's average speed was 77 mph (124 kmh) and a top speed of 112.5 mph (181 kmh). The Burlington's standard passenger | A Century of Progress International Exposition | ||||
| 1960/05/26 | After traveling some 3.2 million miles, the Pioneer Zephyr is retired. |
| Particulars for Pioneer Zephyr, Chicago: | |
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| Fuel | Diesel |
| Area of Significance | Engineering |
| Criteria | Exemplar |
| Area of Significance | Railroad |
| Vehicle Style | Railroad Locomotive |
| Building Material | Stainless Steel |
| Area of Significance | Transportation |
| Sight Category | Vehicle |
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