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Location

Minnesota

Capacity

Day 46

Description:

Built in 1953 by St. Louis Car Company for the U.S. Army as Army hospital car 89553. Acquired by Amtrak in 1973 and reconfigured to Le Pub bar-lounge 3403. Rebuilt early 1980s to Heritage lounge 3103. Acquired by the Friends of the 261 in 2001. Interior upgraded in 2002. This open, airy cafe-diner-lounge is equipped with a full kitchen, 2 ovens, steam table, microwave, 12 refrigerators, and 8 freezers. Dining area has seating for 20. Lounge seats 26. Push-pull equipped.

Inquiries

Steve Sandberg

 

Railroading Heritage of Midwest America, Inc.

Friends of the 261

1418 Rocky Lane

Eagan, MN 55122

E-Mail: milw261@msn.com

Tel: (651) 688-7320

Visit our website: 261.com

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