An SD40-2 leads up the massive 2+ mile long line of stored power at Nampa. Models stored are SD40-2, SD50, SD60, SD60M, C40-8, C40-8W, and a pair of SW1500 switchers.
A freindly wave from a crew member as the Silver Meteor streaks south, although in 5 miles, the train will stop at the Jacksonville Amtrak station.
While waiting for the A772, I couldn't help but admire how straight the track is, and how uniform the ties and tie clips are.
My favorite train on the CSX in this area.... The A772 is a Rice Yard (Waycross, GA) to Busch Yard (Jacksonville, FL) local. The A772 usually consists of older CSX power, and today is no differen... (more)
Some color arrives on NS 143 as it pulls up to take on fuel at Perryville St.
A frieght with a high-wide load takes on fuel at Perryville St.
I must say, this is the most unusual passenger consist ever witnessed.... In all actuality, these items are on display next to the exACL depot in Tifton, GA home of the Tifton Terminal Railway Mu... (more)
A yard job spots the RB&BB Red Unit Circus cars for unloading. The bobcat on the flat will build a ramp after the locomotive is cut away.
Ever wonder how the 'Greatest Show On Earth' removes all of those vehicles off the train? Why with the 'Greatest Keychain on Earth' of course...
A break from the CSX monotony on the point of a southbound unit hopper train.
A pair of exCN units feel the warmth of the early morning sun..At the time of this photo, the temperature was about 27 degrees!!
