This is the only diesel unit on the MERR system, used to switch cars for repair, or shove cars into place at the tipper. Amazingly, this unit was also capable of fully automated operation. An or... (more)
The train is underway at 25mph. The MERR was designed to be fully automatic with remote control capability. A Bruce Van Sant original Kodachrome slide from my collection.
The train is underway at 25mph. Note the apparent lack of a crew member in the cab. The MERR was designed to be fully automatic with remote control capability. A Bruce Van Sant original Kodachr... (more)
A John C. Benson original Kodachrome slide from my collection.
The E50C is a variant of the E44, one of two built by GE in 1968 at the Erie plant, specifically for the MERR. It is a fully remote control unit, and apparently went over the road remotely, (USGS... (more)
