A Union Pacific West Elk coal train grinds up Soldier Summit passing by Castle Gate, UT. Its a fight for the summit as soon as trains leave Helper battling the ruling 2% grade to Castle Gate and 3.2% grade from Lynn to Kyune. No doubt the swing helpers added are an absolute necessity!
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