Looking down the jointed siding, autos are approaching on the mainline behind an original CSX veteran AC4400CW. The "X" is missing from what looks like a replacement door on the nose.
Originating in Stockton, CA, containers make their way south from East Thomas Yard in Birmingham, AL. The 29 cars in tow are headed to the intermodal facility in Fairburn, GA.
Tons of coal enter Roanoke under the power of an Evolution Series GE engine. Having a DPU on heavy tonnage trains coming south into Roanoke is needed due to its grade. CSXT #835 fills that positi... (more)