Nostalgia & History > Illinois Terminal #206 “Dinky” Railbus

At the National Museum of Transportation in Kirkwood, MO

Built by the White Motor Co.in 1939.

Original school bus was converted by Illinois Terminal for use as a railbus. Special type of rear axle, flanged wheels and a 4-wheel front bogie truck. Nicknamed "The Dinky." Used to transport passengers between Grafton, IL and Alton, IL. Engine, line 2; gas straight 6 cyl, 6 volt. Donated in 1953 by the Illini Railroad Club.

1. August 1985, Duane Hall photo.

2. June 3, 2012, my photo.

Marty Bernard



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 06/17/21 18:38 by MartyBernard.

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