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Apr 12, 2025
C&O 4-8-4 Locomotives: Specs, Roster, Photos
Chesapeake & Ohio's fleet of 4-8-4s, listed as Class J-3/a, included twelve examples of 4-8-4s the railroad termed "Greenbriers." Today, #614 survives.
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Apr 12, 2025
Guide To Amtrak/Passenger Trains In Washington
Exploring Washington state by rail offers a unique and memorable travel experience. Learn more about these services here.
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Apr 12, 2025
Guide To Amtrak/Passenger Trains In Virginia
Virginia's passenger trains provide an ideal way to explore the state's diverse landscapes, historical sites, and vibrant cities. Learn more about them here.
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Apr 11, 2025
Guide To Amtrak/Passenger Trains In Pennsylvania
This guide details available intercity, regional, and commuter Amtrak and other train services available throughout Pennsylvania.
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Apr 11, 2025
Guide To Amtrak/Passenger Trains In North Carolina
North Carolina's passenger rail services provide a convenient and enjoyable means of traveling within the state and to neighboring regions. Learn more here.
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Apr 11, 2025
Guide To Amtrak/Passenger Trains In New York
Find out where you can ride both intercity, and regional, passenger trains throughout New York in this guide.
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Apr 10, 2025
Guide To Amtrak/Passenger Trains In New Jersey
This guide highlights passenger train services currently available throughout the state of New Jersey.
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Apr 10, 2025
Rio Grande 4-6-6-4 Locomotives: Specs, Roster, Photos
The Rio Grande owned some large wheel arrangements, including the 4-6-6-4s. Interestingly, the railroad was never satisfied with these engines.
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Apr 10, 2025
Guide To Amtrak/Passenger Trains In Michigan
Michigan offers a variety of passenger train services, allowing travelers to discover the state's beauty and charm in a relaxed and comfortable manner. Learn more here.
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Apr 10, 2025
Guide To Amtrak/Passenger Trains In Massachusetts
Massachusetts' passenger and commuter train services offer a reliable and efficient way to navigate the state's diverse landscapes and bustling cities. Learn more here.
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Apr 10, 2025
Guide To Amtrak/Passenger Trains In Maryland
Maryland's modern passenger train services offer a range of options to suit different travel needs. Learn more about these services here.
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Apr 10, 2025
Guide To Amtrak/Passenger Trains In Connecticut
Connecticut's passenger and commuter train network offers an array of options for both local residents and visitors alike. Learn more about these services here.
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Apr 10, 2025
C&O 4-8-2 Locomotives: Specs, Roster, Photos
Chesapeake & Ohio's roster of 4-8-2 Mountains was a small batch of ten it acquired between 1911 and 1918. It was the first to use the wheel arrangement.
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Apr 09, 2025
Idaho Interurban and Streetcar History
The state of Idaho surprisingly contained a number of interurban sytems, totaling some 133 miles.
Apr 09, 2025
B&O 4-6-4 Locomotives: Specs, Roster, Photos
The Baltimore & Ohio was not a major proponent of the 4-6-4 arrangement. However, it fielded a mall fleet of four, listed as Class V.
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Apr 09, 2025
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad (B&O): Map, History, Logo
The Baltimore & Ohio, our nation's first common-carrier was one of the three major eastern trunk lines but also the weakest.
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Apr 09, 2025
B&O 4-8-2 Locomotives: Specs, Roster, Photos
Baltimore & Ohio's fleet of 4-8-2's (Class T) were used in heavy passenger service and occasionally on freight assignments.
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Apr 08, 2025
B&O 2-8-2 Locomotives: Specs, Roster, Photos
The Baltimore & Ohio owned a large fleet of 2-8-2s, listed as Class Q. These Mikados ranged far and wide in various assignments. Today, one survives.
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Apr 08, 2025
B&O 4-4-4-4 "George H. Emerson" Locomotive
Baltimore & Ohio's single duplex drive locomotive was 4-4-4-4 #5600 (Class N-1), named after its chief engineer, George H. Emerson.
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Apr 08, 2025
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Apr 07, 2025
B&O's 0-8-8-0 Locomotives: Specs, Roster, Photos
Baltimore & Ohio's LL-1s were a batch of thirty 0-8-8-0 Mallets built in the early 20th century, its first true fleet of articulated steam locomotives.
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Apr 07, 2025
B&O's 2-6-8-0 Locomotives: Specs, History, Photos
The B&O's 2-6-8-0 (KL-1) was an experimental Mallet built in 1911. It proved unsuccessful and was scrapped within a few years.
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Apr 07, 2025
Georgia Interurban and Streetcar History
Georgia was home to two notable interurbans, which were relatively rare in the South, the August-Aiken Railway and Georgia Railway & Power Company.
Apr 07, 2025
Kentucky Interurban and Streetcar History
The state of Kentucky contained two notable interurbans, along with a handful of local streetcar lines.
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Apr 07, 2025
B&O's 2-6-6-2 Locomotives: Specs, Roster, Photos
Baltimore and Ohio's fleet of 2-6-6-2s, listed as Class KK by the railroad, were a batch of former BR&P locomotives it acquired during the 1930s.
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Apr 07, 2025
B&O's 2-6-6-4 Locomotives: Specs, Roster, Photos
Baltimore & Ohio's Class KB-1 2-6-6-4s were actualy former Seaboard Air Line units it acquired in the late 1940s to fill a power shortage.
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Apr 06, 2025
Arkansas Interurban and Streetcar History
Arkansas contained no active interurban systems although the state was home to a few localized streetcar operations.
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Apr 06, 2025
Alabama Interurban and Streetcar History
Alabama contained no true interurbans although the state did boast a few streetcar systems served Birmingham.
Apr 05, 2025
Wisconsin Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
This article briefly highlights the active short line railroads currently operating within the state of Wisconsin.
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Apr 05, 2025
West Virginia Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
The state of West Virginia, in spite of its small size, does contain several short line railroads which are highlighted here.
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Apr 05, 2025
Washington Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
This information highlights the currently active short line railroads operating within the state of Washington.
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Apr 05, 2025
Virginia Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
Virginia is a prominent southern state home to many short line railroads, all of which are featured here.
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Apr 05, 2025
Vermont Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
As the fifth smallest state, Vermont is home to only a few short lines. However, these systems are steeped in history due to New England's rich railroading heritage.
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Apr 05, 2025
Utah Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
The state of Utah, despite its generally arid environment, does contain a number of short line railroads. These small systems are included here.
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Apr 04, 2025
Texas Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
The state of Texas is big and it's no surprise is home to numerous short line railroads, all of which are included here.
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Apr 04, 2025
Tennessee Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
This article briefly covers the active short line railroads operating within the state of Tennessee.
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Apr 04, 2025
South Dakota Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
Primarily based in the handling of agriculture, this guide provides a brief overview of the active short line railroads in South Dakota.
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Apr 04, 2025
South Carolina Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
This article provides a brief overview of active short line freight railroads (Class 3s) operating within the state of South Carolina.
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Apr 03, 2025
Oregon Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
This article features all currently known Class III short line railroads operating within the state of Oregon.
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Apr 03, 2025
Oklahoma Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
This article highlights the short line railroads operating within the state of Oklahoma.
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Apr 03, 2025
New Mexico Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
This article briefly highlights the Class III short line railroads operating within the state of New Mexico.
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Apr 03, 2025
North Carolina Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
This guide highlights all of the short line railroads currently active in the state of North Carolina.
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Apr 02, 2025
New Jersey Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
New Jersey remains an important state to railroading and several short lines operate there. Learn more about these systems here.
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Apr 02, 2025
New Hampshire Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
As one of the smallest states, New Hampshire is home to only a few active short lines. Learn more about these railroads here.
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Apr 02, 2025
Nebraska Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
Nebraska contains just a few short line railroads, largely concentrated in the handling of agriculture. Learn more about these systems here.
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Apr 01, 2025
Montana Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
Montana may be one of the nation's largest states but contains few short line railroads. Learn more about these systems here.
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Apr 01, 2025
Missouri Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
Missouri is home to a handful of short lines, many centered around St. Louis. Of note is the Arkansas & Missouri. Learn more about these systems here.
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Apr 01, 2025
Mississippi Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
The state of Mississippi is home to a surprising number of Class III short line railroads. Learn more about all of them here.
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Apr 01, 2025
Minnesota Short Line Railroads: A Complete Guide
Minnesota is home to a handful of Class 3 short line railroads, all of which are included within this article.
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Recent Articles
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C&O 4-8-4 Locomotives: Specs, Roster, Photos
Apr 12, 25 09:52 PM
Chesapeake & Ohio's fleet of 4-8-4s, listed as Class J-3/a, included twelve examples of 4-8-4s the railroad termed "Greenbriers." Today, #614 survives. -
Guide To Amtrak/Passenger Trains In Washington
Apr 12, 25 02:00 PM
Exploring Washington state by rail offers a unique and memorable travel experience. Learn more about these services here. -
Guide To Amtrak/Passenger Trains In Virginia
Apr 12, 25 01:51 PM
Virginia's passenger trains provide an ideal way to explore the state's diverse landscapes, historical sites, and vibrant cities. Learn more about them here.