Grain train G796 needs no help today with three motors for the Duff Mountain grade. Good thing as the helper crew has just turned their motor and the helper equipment isn't cooperating.
Grain train G930 heads south over Hogcamp Branch with a helper on the end. The helper will get stuck at North Kilsyth after cutting off, allowing four northbounds to pass. What a day.
With plenty of power in the background for Hill Runs and cabooses for mine runs, NS 2624 has just turned around on the wye at Elmore Yard. Forest fires from the drought give a smoky atmosphere to ... (more)
Sporting an eclectic mix of power thru the rugged Hickory Creek gorge, the daily Q539 ambles out of Tunnel #1 enroute to Knoxville. An SD40-2 and slug bring up the rear of the power.