Leach Locomotive Works

05/16/2026

I know I haven’t posted much lately, but unfortunately I haven’t had much time to work on plates. I’m hoping I can start working on them more soon. I have some very cool projects I’ve been asked to do, so stay tuned for those. Finished this plate up today.

05/10/2026

Happy to play a small part in this by making the builder plates on the side.

02/20/2026

Happy to have helped create the pattern for casting this plate.

02/01/2026

I have been receiving some questions and wanted to give a update on things. I am still making plates but I am currently taking a break from them. It will definitely be spring or summer before I start back again.

01/04/2026

I still have both these plates available if interested. PM for more information

10/24/2025

Happy to have helped with this.

🚂✨ to October 1967, when TVRM’s “Wind Tunnel Flyer” excursion made history!

🔹 Over 400 passengers rode from Chattanooga to Tullahoma, TN.
🔹 The train was welcomed by the U.S. Air Force at Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC).
🔹 Guests toured the world’s largest wind tunnel—marking the first passenger train to enter AEDC since President Truman dedicated the site.
🔹 The trip was described as “the nicest excursion ever operated by TVRM,” complete with fall colors, polished operations, and even Air Force guides with color-coded hard hats leading the tours.

Other happenings at the Museum included:
The outshopping of stainless steel coach Lynchburg ( #813) after a major restoration 🛠️
Membership drives that were helping TVRM grow steadily
Excitement for Chattanooga hosting the 1970 NRHS Convention

Moments like these remind us how TVRM has always combined preservation with unforgettable experiences for the community. 🌟

📸 Do you remember hearing about this groundbreaking 1967 trip—or know someone who might have ridden it? Share your stories below!

Tickets: https://bit.ly/3JaviUD

09/27/2025

Not posted alot of plates lately, but here are some of the ones I've been working on the last few months. I am taking a few orders currently.

05/18/2025

Not posted much lately but I have been busy getting stuff done. Most notably some new plates for our friends at the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad for their engine 1702. Photo credit of the pictures of 1702 goes to Steven Saine.

03/23/2025

Over the past few weeks I was able to get some plates done. Alot of these are new and I'm very pleased with how they turned out.

02/05/2025

Today is the 4 year anniversary that I started making plates. Sure have come a long way. I spent today messing around with my laser engraver and made some coasters.