Pullen Park train getting an upgrade as Raleigh auctions old locomotive

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Monday, March 23, 2026
Pullen Park train getting an upgrade from 2015 locomotive
Raleigh plans to replace the 2015 propane engine with a modern electric model as the current locomotive heads to auction on March 30.

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- The City of Raleigh is putting the Pullen Park train up for auction, but don't worry about the popular attraction closing.

City council approved the 2015 propane locomotive to be sold not the entire train.

The locomotive will be replaced with a new electric train.

The online auction is set for March 30 beginning at 8 a.m.

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