Canadian National SD40-2W stops just inside the yard limits with the inbound DCL9. While Canadian locomotives may seem out of place in southwestern Pennsylvania, remember that the CN purchased the US Steel-owned Bessemer & Lake Erie in the early 2000's. Still, the sight of a Canadian-built SD40-2 -with a wide cab no less- is a rare treat for the local railfans. They'll be eager to get their shots of this one!
As usual, DCL9 has lots of reefers from Johnson Foods.
The reason for the stopped local; a passing GM408, behind a pair of GE ES44AC's, the lead unit wearing the 'star' scheme. Chris is at track side, to perform the traditional roll-by inspection.
The second ES44AC is a leased Citirail unit. Its silver and blue paint with yellow handrails and striping provide a colorful contrast with the solid brown 'dip job' of the lead unit.
A pair of hoppers with 'star' logos and CHTT reporting marks lead the way. With a train of empties, only two locomotives are needed. Of course, whether empty or loaded, a true railfan enjoys the cars behind the engines; without them, the motive power is useless!
More next week...
More next week...
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