New York Central: Tavern-Lounge #43
Be the first to experience the newest addition to the "Great Steel Fleet" - the New York Central #43.
The #43 will return to the mainline after more than 20 years. The interior has been completely restored to as-built condition, offering guests a spacious venue to take in the views of the passing scenery.
About the car
Builder: Budd Company
Type: Lounge
Built: 1947
Original Owner: New York
Central Railroad, No. 43
History: One of 13 Tavern
Lounge cars (Nos. 35-47) utilized over the NYC fleet of long
distance trains. After the Penn Central merger in 1965, the 43 was
renumbered (4443) and served on many trains between New York and
Washington. Upon the formation of Conrail in 1976 the car was
assigned to that service. It was retired in 1987 and donated to the
museum collection in 1991.
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Lounge with seating for 28 guests...
Tavern section offering seating for groups of 2 and 4...
Tavern section seating for two...