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In a daring and steamy last-ditch effort, a group of devoted rail enthusiasts has launched “RailFans,” a provocative subscription-based platform, aiming to raise millions to purchase the historic Locomotive 202 steam engine from the City of Hagerstown. The move follows the city council’s decisive vote on August 26, 2025, to retain the locomotive in City Park, rejecting a donation proposal from the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad (WMSR) amid strong community opposition led by Save Locomotive 202.
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With the city unwilling to part with the beloved engine, the RailFans collective sees this as their final chance to secure it. They’ve set an ambitious target of raising millions through exclusive, risqué content, featuring tantalizing scenes like “two steamy locomotives hooked to a single car” and the wildly popular “big black caboose,” blending vintage rail charm with adult entertainment. “This is our last shot to save Locomotive 202 for rail history,” said an anonymous spokesperson. “We’re going all out to buy it outright.”
The site, styled similar to popular subscription platforms with a suggestive train silhouette logo and the tagline “All aboard for a steamy ride,” has sparked both intrigue and controversy. City officials have clarified there’s no financial obligation tied to the council’s decision, with a representative asserting, “Locomotive 202 stays with Hagerstown’s children, not some adult scheme.” The WMSR has also distanced itself, focusing on its scenic operations.
As of now, it’s unclear if RailFans can hit their multimillion-dollar goal—or if the city would even entertain a sale. The platform’s future, and the fate of Locomotive 202, hangs as precariously as a train on a shaky track.
Wait till you see the videos featuring the world’s longest locomotive, with engineer Jon Reremy. This is a satire article by Ken Buckler.
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