Author: TLC Publishing Publisher: TLC Publishing ISBN: 9781883089245 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 0
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Complete roster data, official diagrams and background material on the development of the Western Marylands fleet, and its use on this very popular line. Filled with FAs, BL2s, as well as the more common units and paint schemes, from the elegant and well respected fireball to the three-color Circus scheme on into the Chessie System paint.
Author: Jerry Doyle Publisher: TLC Publishing (VA) ISBN: 9781883089429 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 0
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An excellent reference for railfans who remember the most colorful era of Eastern Seaboard railroading, as well as modelers interested in recreating it. This complete roster of diesels includes histories of all models and classes purchased and operated by the Chessie System from 1972 through the early 1980s. Included are a variety of traits that ran on the Chesapeake & Ohio, Baltimore & Ohio and Western Maryland. Portrait photographs are accompanied by nostalgic action shots. Also includes a background on the railroad itself and the "Ches-C" logo.
Author: Patrick E. Stakem Publisher: Motorbooks International ISBN: 9781883089436 Category : Diesel locomotives Languages : en Pages : 0
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CSX Diesel Locomotives In Color Patrick H. Stakem This lavishly illustrated work delivers the motive power history of CSX from its beginnings up to and including the Conrail changes of 1999. Roster data, information and historical background on predecessor diesels absorbed into CSX, and detailed data about locomotives purchased since the creation of CSX fill this colorful and comprehensive volume. Filled with paint schemes as well as painting andlettering diagrams. Hdbd., 8 1/2"x 11", 112 pgs., color ill.
Author: Anthony Puzzilla Publisher: Arcadia Publishing ISBN: 1439653925 Category : Photography Languages : en Pages : 128
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Take a nonstop journey through 131 years of the Western Maryland Railway's history in this photographic tale. The Western Maryland Railway was never a large Class 1 rail carrier, but during its 131 colorful years of existence, it provided extremely fast, efficient, and reliable freight; coal-hauling; and passenger service in the states it served. This book contains images from the history of this remarkable railroad and also provides the reader the opportunity to see how the legacy of the Western Maryland Railway is being maintained and remembered even today at some of its well-known train stations, such as in Cumberland and Union Bridge, Maryland, now home to the Western Maryland Railway Historical Society (WMRHS). The Western Maryland is now gone, but through the wonderful images captured and preserved by the WMRHS and private archival photograph collections, the dream of the railway will live on.
Author: Brian Solomon Publisher: Voyageur Press (MN) ISBN: 0760349975 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 211
Book Description
The ultimate guide for train lovers, Field Guide to Trains is fully loaded with pictures and fun facts on all the machines that ride the rails
Author: Anthony Puzzilla Publisher: Arcadia Publishing ISBN: 1467134589 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 128
Book Description
Take a nonstop journey through 131 years of the Western Maryland Railway's history in this photographic tale. The Western Maryland Railway was never a large Class 1 rail carrier, but during its 131 colorful years of existence, it provided extremely fast, efficient, and reliable freight; coal-hauling; and passenger service in the states it served. This book contains images from the history of this remarkable railroad and also provides the reader the opportunity to see how the legacy of the Western Maryland Railway is being maintained and remembered even today at some of its well-known train stations, such as in Cumberland and Union Bridge, Maryland, now home to the Western Maryland Railway Historical Society (WMRHS). The Western Maryland is now gone, but through the wonderful images captured and preserved by the WMRHS and private archival photograph collections, the dream of the railway will live on.
Author: Brian Solomon Publisher: Voyageur Press ISBN: 1616731362 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 176
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Once the second-largest steam locomotive builder in the U.S., American Locomotive Company (Alco) produced 75,000 locomotives, among them such famous examples as the 4-6-4 Hudsons and 4-8-4 Niagaras built for the New York Central, and the 4-6-6-4 Challengers and 4-8-8-4 Big Boys built for the Union Pacific. Alco Locomotives is the first book to tell the full story of this company central to American railroad history—and beloved by railfans for its rich heritage and its underdog appeal. Noted rail historian Brian Solomon looks back at the founding of Schenectady Locomotive Works in 1848 and proceeds to cover that company’s merger with several smaller locomotive builders in 1901 to form Alco. Solomon describes the locomotives that made Alco’s name around the world, from the standard designs like Mikados, Atlantics, and Mallets to the more powerful and flashy post–World War I models. His detailed, richly illustrated narrative re-creates the drama of a tough, ambitious company in the American tradition—rising again and again to the demands of an ever-changing industry and economy. Solomon also covers Alco electrics (built in partnership with GE), as well as the company’s successful and quirky diesel offerings, including the RS-2 and RS-3 road switchers, FA/FB road freight units, PA road passenger diesel, and the wares of Canadian affiliate Montreal Locomotive Works. Enlivened by numerous historical photographs, modern images, curious details, and firsthand accounts, this history is a complete, fascinating, and fitting tribute to a true icon of American railroading.
Author: Jeff Wilson Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co. ISBN: 0890247617 Category : Diesel locomotives Languages : en Pages : 90
Book Description
Learn the history, spotting features, characteristics, and operation of diesel locomotives, plus how to determine appropriate eras, and details and features.
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