Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
NS to run steam again!
NORFOLK, VA., and CHATTANOOGA, TENN. -- Norfolk Southern Corporation is in negotiations with the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum with regard to the operation of a limited schedule of steam locomotive event appearances and passenger excursions beginning later this year.
“21st Century Steam” would highlight milestones in rail history and provide an opportunity for audiences to learn about today’s safe and service-oriented freight railroads. The program would feature three venerable coal-powered steam locomotives:
- Southern Railway 4501: Built in 1911 by Baldwin Locomotive Works, 4501 served Southern Railway in freight service in Tennessee, Virginia, Kentucky, and Indiana, before being sold to a short line railroad. No. 4501 was retired from revenue service in 1963 and enjoyed a second career in the excursion program operated by Southern Railway and Norfolk Southern from 1966 until 1994. This Ms (Mikado superheated) Class locomotive has 63-inch driving wheels.
- Southern Railway 630: Built in 1904 at the Richmond, Va., works of American Locomotive Company, this Consolidation-type locomotive has traveled throughout the Southeast, often in the company of 4501 and sister locomotive 722. An extensive six-year rehabilitation to Federal Railroad Administration standards is being completed at TVRM’s Soule Shops complex in Chattanooga.
- Tennessee Valley Railroad 610: Built in 1952 by Baldwin-Lima-Hamilton for the U.S. Army, 610 has been the mainstay of TVRM steam operations since 1990. It also appeared on several Norfolk Southern steam excursions from 1990 to 1993. No. 610, also a Consolidation type, was one of the last steam locomotives built in the U.S.
“This is the right time for steam to ride the Norfolk Southern rails,” said CEO Wick Moorman. “We have a fascinating history, and we have a compelling message about how today’s railroads support jobs, competition, and the economy. It is a forward-looking message that resonates with people everywhere.”
“21st Century Steam can help introduce historic and modern railroading to a broad new audience of supporters,” said TVRM President Tim Andrews. “We are pleased to be developing this relationship with Norfolk Southern for the purpose of preserving and interpreting the steam age, and of bringing today’s railroad closer to people young and old, in communities large and small.”
The launch of 21st Century Steam would coincide with key dates. 2011 will be 4501’s 100th birthday and TVRM’s 50th. The year 2012 will mark Norfolk Southern’s 30th anniversary.
21st Century Steam’s initial appearances and runs tentatively could take place in the Chattanooga area this fall, with locomotives 610 and 630. No. 4501 could join the program sometime in 2011, after rehabilitation. Exhibit dates, ticketing, and other details will be announced later.
“The sights and sounds of a steam train are powerful enough to catch the public’s attention in this busy and complex age,” said Jim Wrinn, author of Steam’s Camelot: Southern and NS Excursions in Color, and editor of Trains Magazine. “A steam train is a living piece of American history that teaches volumes about this exciting industry that has much to offer our country today. Once the door is open with the steam locomotive, you’ve got an opportunity to teach a new generation how railroading is the right transportation solution to so many challenges facing us.”
Later this year, Norfolk Southern and TVRM plan to launch a web site in support of the program. Correspondence can be addressed to 21stcenturysteam@nscorp.com.
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum was founded in 1961 in Chattanooga to create an interpretive operating museum of historic equipment and artifacts in an authentic setting. Today it operates an extensive schedule of historic and scenic trains in Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia, supported by its East Chattanooga locomotive and car shop complex. TVRM is the largest operating historical excursion railroad in the Southeast.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation’s premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway subsidiary operates approximately 21,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal and industrial products.
Norfolk Southern contact:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
Rick Harris, 757-629-2718 (rwharris@nscorp.com)
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum contact:
(Media) Tim Andrews, 423-894-8028 (tandrews@tvrail.com)
Penelope Soule, 423-595-2396 (psoule@tvrail.com)
“21st Century Steam” would highlight milestones in rail history and provide an opportunity for audiences to learn about today’s safe and service-oriented freight railroads. The program would feature three venerable coal-powered steam locomotives:
- Southern Railway 4501: Built in 1911 by Baldwin Locomotive Works, 4501 served Southern Railway in freight service in Tennessee, Virginia, Kentucky, and Indiana, before being sold to a short line railroad. No. 4501 was retired from revenue service in 1963 and enjoyed a second career in the excursion program operated by Southern Railway and Norfolk Southern from 1966 until 1994. This Ms (Mikado superheated) Class locomotive has 63-inch driving wheels.
- Southern Railway 630: Built in 1904 at the Richmond, Va., works of American Locomotive Company, this Consolidation-type locomotive has traveled throughout the Southeast, often in the company of 4501 and sister locomotive 722. An extensive six-year rehabilitation to Federal Railroad Administration standards is being completed at TVRM’s Soule Shops complex in Chattanooga.
- Tennessee Valley Railroad 610: Built in 1952 by Baldwin-Lima-Hamilton for the U.S. Army, 610 has been the mainstay of TVRM steam operations since 1990. It also appeared on several Norfolk Southern steam excursions from 1990 to 1993. No. 610, also a Consolidation type, was one of the last steam locomotives built in the U.S.
“This is the right time for steam to ride the Norfolk Southern rails,” said CEO Wick Moorman. “We have a fascinating history, and we have a compelling message about how today’s railroads support jobs, competition, and the economy. It is a forward-looking message that resonates with people everywhere.”
“21st Century Steam can help introduce historic and modern railroading to a broad new audience of supporters,” said TVRM President Tim Andrews. “We are pleased to be developing this relationship with Norfolk Southern for the purpose of preserving and interpreting the steam age, and of bringing today’s railroad closer to people young and old, in communities large and small.”
The launch of 21st Century Steam would coincide with key dates. 2011 will be 4501’s 100th birthday and TVRM’s 50th. The year 2012 will mark Norfolk Southern’s 30th anniversary.
21st Century Steam’s initial appearances and runs tentatively could take place in the Chattanooga area this fall, with locomotives 610 and 630. No. 4501 could join the program sometime in 2011, after rehabilitation. Exhibit dates, ticketing, and other details will be announced later.
“The sights and sounds of a steam train are powerful enough to catch the public’s attention in this busy and complex age,” said Jim Wrinn, author of Steam’s Camelot: Southern and NS Excursions in Color, and editor of Trains Magazine. “A steam train is a living piece of American history that teaches volumes about this exciting industry that has much to offer our country today. Once the door is open with the steam locomotive, you’ve got an opportunity to teach a new generation how railroading is the right transportation solution to so many challenges facing us.”
Later this year, Norfolk Southern and TVRM plan to launch a web site in support of the program. Correspondence can be addressed to 21stcenturysteam@nscorp.com.
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum was founded in 1961 in Chattanooga to create an interpretive operating museum of historic equipment and artifacts in an authentic setting. Today it operates an extensive schedule of historic and scenic trains in Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia, supported by its East Chattanooga locomotive and car shop complex. TVRM is the largest operating historical excursion railroad in the Southeast.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation’s premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway subsidiary operates approximately 21,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal and industrial products.
Norfolk Southern contact:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
Rick Harris, 757-629-2718 (rwharris@nscorp.com)
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum contact:
(Media) Tim Andrews, 423-894-8028 (tandrews@tvrail.com)
Penelope Soule, 423-595-2396 (psoule@tvrail.com)
Thursday, June 24, 2010
MTH shows sample images of their new HO BigBoy on Facebook. Become a Fan on Facebook here: MTH Facebook page or just link to the BigBoy album here: BigBoy Album
Monday, June 14, 2010
Long time no Blog...
It's been a long time as I've been pretty busy, but I am hoping to get out and do some Railfanning again soon. Does anyone have a recommendation for a good DSLR that also shoots HD video, or a good inexpensive HD video camera? I still have my trusty Fuji FinePix S1 that just needs a good cleaning and tune up.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Berkshire Bets on U.S. With Purchase of Railroad - DealBook Blog - NYTimes.com
Berkshire Bets on U.S. With Purchase of Railroad - DealBook Blog - NYTimes.com
Wow. Warren Buffet is banking on the Railroads. Purchases BNSF. I can't help but think this is a good thing.
Wow. Warren Buffet is banking on the Railroads. Purchases BNSF. I can't help but think this is a good thing.
Saturday, October 31, 2009
2010 Volume 1
MTH 2010 Volume 1 O gauge catalog
I am also a little late on this one too, but Oh well. We are getting off easy here to. Only a couple things of interest for us, but again some people are going nuts. That's the way it goes... some catalogs have nothing for you and some kill you. Take a look and decide for yourself ;-)
I am also a little late on this one too, but Oh well. We are getting off easy here to. Only a couple things of interest for us, but again some people are going nuts. That's the way it goes... some catalogs have nothing for you and some kill you. Take a look and decide for yourself ;-)
Lionel Media Room
Lionel announces rebate program on selected 2009 Volume II catalog items
I think this is a good move by Lionel. Hobby dollars are thin for many people and this should help. It also takes the edge off of what appears to be ever increasing prices.
I think this is a good move by Lionel. Hobby dollars are thin for many people and this should help. It also takes the edge off of what appears to be ever increasing prices.
Lionel Catalog - Lionel 2009 Volume II
Lionel Catalog - Lionel 2009 Volume II
I'm a little late posting this, but we've been real busy lately. Anyway, Lionel has definitely changed their approach to their product offerings. We are getting off light this time, but I know others who are going nuts over this catalog. Check it out and enjoy.
I'm a little late posting this, but we've been real busy lately. Anyway, Lionel has definitely changed their approach to their product offerings. We are getting off light this time, but I know others who are going nuts over this catalog. Check it out and enjoy.
Woman, 2-year-old killed crossing railroad tracks
Woman, 2-year-old killed crossing railroad tracks
Train tracks are dangerous! A train traveling at 60 mph can sneak up on you without warning. A common misconception is that you will hear it coming. That is usually not the case. This didn't have to happen. Give trains the respect they deserve or they will give you what you deserve.
Train tracks are dangerous! A train traveling at 60 mph can sneak up on you without warning. A common misconception is that you will hear it coming. That is usually not the case. This didn't have to happen. Give trains the respect they deserve or they will give you what you deserve.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Facebook | MTH Electric Trains's Photos - What's New in the MTH Test Room from York 10/15/09
Facebook MTH Electric Trains's Photos - What's New in the MTH Test Room from York 10/15/09
New photos from the upcoming MTH 2010 V1 O scale catalog.
New photos from the upcoming MTH 2010 V1 O scale catalog.
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