The new kid on the block... CSX Transportation's newest state-of-the-art locomotive, the GE ET44AC No. 3258 passes over Cabin Creek on its namesake branch line with a unit train of Brice, N.C. coal in tow. The brand new locomotive environmentally compliant and equipped with PTC, Trip Optimizer, and all of the other tech-savvy acronyms looks like most of its predecessors at first glance, however the ET44AC model features a distinct difference with the design of its flared radiators.
This is dedicated (with permission) to the skilled and gifted photographer - Chase Gunnoe - who regularly posts and is on staff with RP. I believe he deserves a gallery showcasing his remarkable photos. This is for you Chase! (More great photos to come!)