Top 15 Steam Locomotive Whistles

In this video, I showcase my favorite steam locomotive whistles that I have documented throughout the United States in a top 15 list styling. These are all based on my opinion, if you feel like I could've done something different, let me know.

[ndeep]

Wow. I know it was my dream to get behind the throttle as a kid and to pull the whistle and hear the great shrill as we left or hit the crossing. Thanks so much

[Cragified]

I've always found the 3 chimes to be the best in rolling hills and plains. Nice range and not to shrill. The Hooters and how they echoed through the mountains back in the day must have been something.

[RedRiverRailfan]

That scene at 8:50 gives me chills! D&RGW 5-chimes have a special place in my heart!

[antonyabrodoodle]

Rio Grand 5-chimes are magical whistles. You can almost feel the rich history in its lonely cry.

[machinistmikethetinkerer]

2:00 my fav.
But they all sound great!

[North_Cascade_Railfan]

8:53 - 9:35 the best sound that exists, I can’t quite place my finger on it but it gives off an Erie but almost sad sound. Love it!

[markewins]

I am from the United Kingdom. I always thought our steam trains had a great whistle.
Today, realised that the USA, Absolutely leave us for standing! My favourite has to be the D& RGW 5 chime seen/heard early on the video, at around 1:30. Love it. Thank you.

[lakenhines]

8:53 OMG that sounds like the polar express arriving man! Sick! Imagine that!

[austintherobloxguy]

8:50 Sounds like the Polar Express whistle

[arvidthemusictv]

Thank you for changing everything for me

[Crushercorp]

Man love those multi-tone ones, give me goossebumps. Thank you for the compilation!

edit: man, never dreamed of being a train conductor being young, but now I start wishing I was.

[ladylibrum]

The scene starting at 5:32 is like a living painting!

[TexasRailfan-RailfanRyan]

That Santa Fe 6 chime whistle on Southern Pine Lumber Company 28 has always been a favorite even back when she was still numbered 300 hopefully when she returns to service she'll be once again wearing that beautiful sounding whistle

[Bardsbrothersrailroad]

Rode behind Cass Scenic No. 4. Always wondered what whistle that was. Sounds absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing!

[adamallison]

The case scenic railroad is the best one of them all, and I’m not just saying that because I’m from West Virginia, the depth and tone is amazing

[ChargerusPrime]

4014's whistle sure sounds good on 844. Yes, that is 4014's original whistle.

[alandvaemergencyresponses]

8:50 got me ascending to the gods my god..

[andreweisenhart]

Someone gave us an O-Gauge Train Set, from the 50s. Definitely nothing special or expensive. So I set my Phone on the Log Car and play these kinds of videos while running it around the track. My 3yr old son is absolutely loves it. Thank you for posting this.

[TheInfidel]

While not my favorite, anything cass has to offer is easy top five. Those high notes and the terrain make such a haunting combo.

[MaddoxsTrains]

I respect the no. 1 choice so well. Its very hard to find a whistle more powerful and majestic than a CoG 6 Chime!