Traffic & Transit
MBTA Putting Refurbished "Heritage Locomotives" Back Into Service To Honor Commuter Rail History
All of the refurbished cars were picked from the years 1987 to 1991. This Boston to Maine train is over 30 years old.
September 16, 2025
The MBTA has debuted a newly refurbished train car as part of a project that honors the history of the Commuter Rail in New England. Passengers were able to ride the new train for the first time on Monday.
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By the end of the project, the MBTA hopes to put 37 "heritage locomotives" back into service.
"This is our way to show appreciation for what laid the foundation for commuter rail and the workforce that contributed to it," said Michael Rooks, the MBTA Chief Railroad Officer.
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The Boston to Maine line locomotive before it underwent a transformation/MBTA/CBS Boston
The new train after a full refurbishment/MBTA/CBS Boston
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