MAY 2024: We visit R.J. Corman’s home state of Kentucky to learn how smart acquisitions and trackage rights agreements result in a thriving short line operation. Garland McKee takes us on a tour of RJC’s colorful Kentucky operations. A number of contributors come together in a special Photo Line honoring the final days of regional Montana Rail Link, while Michael Burkhart brings us to the island of Barbados to ride a new heritage steam line. Gordon Lloyd, Jr., brings us the first of a two-part series on Fairbanks-Morse diesels in unexpected locations. All this and more in the May issue of Railfan & Railroad!
Metra Announces 2024 Construction Projects, Service Increase
Major projects include replacing aging bridges on the UP North Line; track, electrical and signal upgrades on Metra Electric, and major tie replacement projects on four lines.
Western Pacific GP35 Restored in Utah
Western Pacific 3002 will soon be put on display at Ogden Union Station.
R.J. Corman Lines in Kentucky
After R.J. Corman purchased the former Louisville & Nashville ‘Old Road’ from CSX in 2003, clever trackage rights agreements allowed the short line to develop steady new business and thrive.
The Unexpected Fairbanks-Morse: Part 1
While domestic production of Fairbanks-Morse locomotives was brief, its beefy diesels turned up in ‘unexpected’ short line, main line, and industrial operations from coast to coast.
Photo Line: Steam at the Fort Steele Heritage Town
Venture to Fort Steele, British Columbia, to see an operating 2-6-2 at the Fort Steele Heritage Town.
Camera Bag: Preparation
Photographer Dennis Livesey shares his process to get his equipment ready for a fun day of railroad photography.
No Regrets?
Don’t wait for the last run… Get out, ride every train you can, visit every line you want to see, and take nothing for granted.
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