As the BN started getting DP-AC power, they started messing around with DP-ing heavy units trains across their network. Late in 1995 they started testing stuff out on their taconite trains out of ... (more)
Two unpatched BN engines on a coal load.
Loaded Unit Coal Train from Nacco Jct, WY (North Antelope Mine) - Superior, WI. (Canon EOS20D, 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM)
An empty coal train passes the historic (but no longer operational) water tower in downtown Brainerd