In 1954, the Clinchfield railroad had finally made the transition from the steam era, to the diesel era. However, that left several steam locomotives, including these 4 E-2 class Challenger type l... (more)
CSX C40-8 #7375 and SD70MAC #4818 head a general manifest train at Erwin yard. After a quick crew change, the train throttles up for it's trip across the Blue Ridge Subdivision.
Black with the original headlight I noticed. The gray is trying to get out as the black flakes off. Note the added vents on the hood ala ATSF and no MU.