A Rare Glimpse into History: P&LE 518 in Century Green

P&LE 518 wearing green

Few things are as thrilling as uncovering a long-lost piece of history—especially when it involves one of the cars here at Caboose Falls. Thanks to railfan and super-sleuth Robert Bogie, we now have a remarkable addition to our archive: an image of Pittsburgh & Lake Erie (P&LE) Caboose #518 in its original configuration and second paint scheme!

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Trifecta: P&LE Cabooses 517, 501, and 518

Trio of P&LE cabooses – Photo used with permission – Roger Durfee

We’re thrilled to share this remarkable glimpse into railroad history: a photograph of our Pittsburgh & Lake Erie (P&LE) Caboose #518 in action, captured by acclaimed rail photographer Roger Durfee on May 15, 1987. The image freezes a pivotal moment in American railroading history—the twilight of cabooses on mainline freight trains.

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