HAMMERHEAD! A one-off and very unique rebuild was NS 2423, a MP15E conversion. This unit featured a 2100 horsepower turbo charged 12-645E3C, R10 alternator, and was rated at Tier 2+ emissions.... (more)
A small diesel of the Netherlands railways moves a string of hoppers around the terminal area in Utrecht.
Celebration Bound A layover in Amsterdam afforded me an opportunity to ride to Utrecht, which I had read was the home of the Netherland Railway Museum. As it turns out, I was more ... (more)
Steamtown's Railfest 2014 had a few pieces of visiting equipment, including Norfolk Southern 2423, a rebuilt MP15E.
A one of a kind locomotive, NS 2423 sits on display in Altoona Yard, part of NS' "All Aboard Altoona" event on October 12th, 2013. This locomotive has a new turbocharged EMD 12-cylinder 710ECO pri... (more)
NS 2423 on display during "All Aboard Altoona". This is a prototype rebuild from a MP15DC with a turbocharged EMD 12-645E, heavily modified carbody, and an upgraded cooling system this thing is aw... (more)
A one of a kind switch engine shoves a cut of cars in Rose Yard. This rebuilt is rated at 2100 horsepower and has an extra big cooling system.
NS CB10 local crosses the old Pennsylvania Railroad steel bridge, which crosses PA Route 36 (24st) here in Altoona. Also of note is the Juniata Shops built Prototype leading the Local. NS 2423 is ... (more)
