Headquartered in Coshocton, Ohio, the system operates 500 miles (800 km) of track divided among 10 subsidiary railroads.

[2] Ohio Central's rail system comprises[3] As well as being a regular revenue railroad, the Ohio Central had its own steam department that operated steam locomotives for tourist trains, excursions, and special events.

When owner Jerry Joe Jacobson sold OHCR in 2008, he maintained ownership of the antique equipment, including the collection of steam locomotives.

He built the Age of Steam Roundhouse in Sugarcreek, Ohio to house that equipment.

The collection includes the following: Operational: Awaiting restoration: Former engines: On August 5, 2008, Genesee & Wyoming announced an agreement to purchase the Ohio Central System for $219 million.