After a successful test with the Rio Tinto 8172 the two UP Gevo's continue to run up and down the test track after having warranty work done before being sent back to the UP. As the snow melted it... (more)
Three Alco's sit tied down in Meadville yard on a cold and clear December's night. If you look closely you can see the 431 shooting sparks out the stack as it idles away.
The first and only snow this engine will ever see, Rio Tinto 8172 still in primer leads 2 UP Gevo's down the test track shortly after sunrise. Eventually this engine will be sent to the ore mines ... (more)