SSW 9294 Mid train helper         
Randy Curlin Collection
Date: 8/6/1983 Location: Eder, CA   Map Show Eder on a rail map Views: 41 Collection Of:   Randy Curlin
Locomotives: SSW 9294(SD45T-2) UP 3425(SD40-2)    Author:  Randy Curlin Collection
SSW 9294 Mid train helper
Picture Categories: Action This picture is part of album:  Randy Curlin Collection 16
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Randy Curlin General After the 1982 UP-MP-WP, the SP Overland route experienced a drastic decrease in trains as UP favored its new route to Nor Cal. SP grew closer to DRGW to grow traffic. Hence, DRGW coal trains became a frequent sight on Donner Pass into the 1990s. This westbound coal drag is on the #2 track about to enter the 2 mile tunnel #41. SP would route westbounds into the big hole if no other eastbound trains were around. And in 1983, one could spend hours without seeing any trains on Donner. 10/26/2024 5:48:15 PM
David Krebs General Working hard in this shot. 10/27/2024 12:33:28 PM
Tim Darnell General Very nice shot & capture of the helper units. 10/27/2024 7:33:33 PM
Mike Berka General Good job on the photo. 11/1/2024 4:54:15 AM

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