A few pictures

Here is train 349 from today that has 4 GE units, all running elephant style! In addition to 3 different models, we have 3 different roads as well:


Harold

 

Here's NS train 350, which appreared after 349 and has a CR GE unit and a CSX SD70AC:


Harold

 

Here's the train that preceeded the other two:


Yes, that is an Amtrak train

Harold

 

The best part?? All 3 trains within about 30 minutes of time and virtually in the same place!

Harold

 

Any clue as to why the Amtrak/UP power lashup?

 

The Amtrak locomotive failed and the UP unit was added from a freight to keep Amtrak train 92 moving.

Chris Toth

 

Yes, the Amtrak picked up a freight loco due to engine failure. In talking to one of the passengers, apparently they also had to de-train at one point too.

I have always heard about odd power on Amtrak trains, but this was my first catch!

Harold

 

Here's today's train 349:


An interesting catch! Lead by a CSX SD70AC, also in the consist is an SD70 (in Horsehead scheme), a Dash 9, an unpainted Dash 9, a couple of UP units, and another Dash 9.

Harold

 

Sorry, it is not the best picture, but it was starting to rain and the train was really movin'!

Harold

 

Looks like a great shot to me!!!!!!!

 

It is not my best shot, but it'll do

Harold

 

You guys are killing me... no NS fans???

Harold

 

Great pics, Harold - loved that Amtrak shot - SD90 no less!! You can tell UP was anxious to get that train out of their way!

 

I wondered about that...sometimes it sure is pretty quiet around here.

 

I think it was just a power balancing move.... 349 goes back to a major yard.

Harold

 

I think the UP unit was picked up from CSX in South Carolina! (Lots of them roaming around down here..)

Harold

 

Harold,

Keep 'em coming.

Love your pictures!

 

Hey Mike,
Long time no see. Great to see you're still doing N scale & NS!

Harold