18G had departed Island Ave. Yard after setting off a cut of cars only a few minutes before 68Q came into view.
Turning the steering wheel was more of a suggestion than a command while getting to this location but this coal train made it well worth it. Catching solid Conrail power leading a train isn't as e... (more)
As the warm glow of a fall sunset fades in the sky, sparks fly from the tip of the torch. By dawn nothing would be left of 1639's cab.
The Cumberland Mine is operated by Alpha Natural Resources and according to their web site has an annual capacity of approximately 7 million clean tons. The coal is shipped 17 miles from the Cum... (more)
Entering Wheeling & Lake Erie's Rook Yard.
RP.net contributors Paul Duda, Tom Habak, and Pat Lynch photograph what was once CN 339 before crossing the International Bridge and entering New York.
MDDE 801 is former CR 8641 (PC 8641) which continues to wear a special “Conrail Express" paint scheme. The unit was part of an attempt to strengthen relationships with 18 short line railroads wh... (more)
This one is for the "monopod coalition" :-)