Amtrak Train 48 the eastbound Lake Shore Limited rounds the Gulf Curve in Little Falls, NY.
Amtrak's Empire Builder gets up to speed on the former Milwaukee Road mainline just south of Winona, MN. It will make a fast run to North La Crosse, WI, then head across the Badger state to Milwau... (more)
The 247 leads an eastbound Empire Service train out of Syracuse. This is likely the Empire State Express. Note the Genesis style nose logo and pin stripes along the anti climber.
Amtrak's Broadway rounds the curve at Horseshoe curve as it heads towards Altoona.
Outnumbered but still going strong, the 247 was one of the last active F40s on the roster.
Here's a great example of being at the right place at the right time: a four way meet is taking place along the former D&RGW at Utah Railway Junction. At left, the SSW 6890 is stopped on the GJWSM... (more)
Phase One looked good on E8's too. Also seen in the pit: a new SDP40F's and a CNW covered wagon. This was still PC property, ex-PRR engine facility. Amtrak later rebuilt at this spot post '76. ... (more)
The State House for St. Louis crosses the Indiana Harbor Belt Line at Brighton Park crossing.
Amtrak 247 is the 3rd FP40 unit to have it engine and generator removed at Derby under the program to send these parts to Poland. Amtrak 247 will no longer esist