The greatest effort required from a locomotive is when starting from a stop. If too much power is applied the turning force to the wheel will greatly exceed the opposing friction of the surface of... (more)
Rail so new that the price tag is still attached. This is the brand new yard lead for the sand plant located in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Northern will be serving the EOG Resources ... (more)
An old spur track from the Chicago & Alton Railroad that once led to the depot in the background is said to be the oldest Depot in Illinois. On May 5, 1865, Lincolns funeral train made an attempt ... (more)