WE'LL BE LOOKING FOR THIS---WRAPPED LOCOMOTIVES, AMERICA'S 250TH ANNIVERSARY

MTA Metro-North Railroad today announced a ninth locomotive has been rebranded with special colors and designs as part of its Heritage Series, which highlights the railroad's 43 years of public service. The wrap applied to locomotive No. 250 is inspired by the colorful locomotives of the United States bicentennial and celebrates America's 250th anniversary.

"Through our Heritage Series, we've celebrated the history and legacy of Metro-North Railroad," said Metro-North Railroad President Justin Vonashek. "Locomotive 250 gives us the opportunity to go further-honoring not only our own story, but the broader history of the United States. It's a meaningful way to connect our railroad's past and present to this important national milestone."

The design blends past and present, featuring an American flag formed from the text of the Declaration of Independence and historic symbols drawn from early American coinage, including the "We Are One" emblem from Benjamin Franklin's Fugio cent-the first officially authorized U.S. federal coin-and a heraldic eagle design inspired by the Bowed Liberty dollar coin.

"It is thrilling to see the launch of a special locomotive to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States," Revolutionary Westchester 250 President Constance Kehoe. "We encourage everyone to stay in touch and attend the many commemorative events in Westchester and the Hudson Valley during this special year 2026. More at "MTA - Metropolitan Transportation Authority (via Public) / Metro-North Railroad Unveils Ninth Heritage Series Locomotive Honoring America’s 250th Anniversary