New railroad, same old territory. MP got into significant GE purchases late in its history. These for MP units have been standard on locals in this area for several years. This local appears to... (more)

Southbound train on former MP with a former WP unit. Photo by Jim Satterwhite.

Departing from the stop at Gurdon, the Big Boy gives up an impressive plume as it starts to head towards Arkadelphia.

The Big Boy begins to depart the depot at Gurdon, and puts out an impressive plume of smoke.

Cruising along at 40mph we meet the LWA54 at South Gurdon, AR.