D&RGW K-27 [SEP] manufacturer
Rio Grande class K-27
The K-27 is a class of 3 ft 0 in (914 mm) narrow gauge, 2-8-2 steam locomotives built for the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in 1903. Known by their nickname "Mudhens," they were the first and the most numerous of the four K classes of Rio Grande narrow gauge engines to be built. Of the original fleet of 15 locomotives, two survive to this day and operate on heritage railways in the United States.
Frequently used engines.
One of the most frequently used engines on this route was and still is the D&RGW K-36. Other locomotives used on this route included the D&RGW K-27, the D&RGW K-28, and the D&RGW K-37, and occasionlly the D&RGW C-18. One K-27 and one K-37 are used on the Cumbres & Toltec, with C-18 D&RGW 315 periodically visiting both the Durango and Silverton and the Cumbres & Toltec railroads.
Sections used today.
The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad uses the portion from Antonito, CO