They didn't seem to be much of a rebuild at the time but they've hung in there with many still serving honorably, old by either built date or rebuild date. Photo by Dave Petke, from my collection... (more)
NS 4453 leads two other engines out of the north end of the Norfolk Southern DeButts yard. In the distance are NS SD40-2 and slug units used to switch cars in the large classification yard.
Not only is TAG 80 one of the best looking diesels at TVRM, it also has a unique history. The locomotive was one of the first GP38s ever built and served as a demonstrator for EMD before going to ... (more)