Southern California Local Freight Trains 2015/2016: A Railroad Enthusiast's Field Guide to Haulers, Road Switchers, Switchers and Industrials
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| Rating | : | 4.37 (846 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1511781556 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 126 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-07-07 |
| Language | : | English |
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This book has alot of great information and some extra stuff David Greenberg This book has alot of great information and some extra stuff, but If you are looking for a book with more than 2 pictures (front & back cover only), this is NOT it. I would have liked to see some good choice pictures from the obscure industrial trackage that is described to know where it might be located.. Mark M said Five Stars. Terrific read, a must for anyone interested in SoCal railroading!. Five Stars Great compilation of information Invaluable resource!
The local heads down the spur two to three times a week. The 3M plant ships roofing pellets in covered hoppers. A sample from the book: R-CAL0141I - Corona Local, Mon-Fri, (On duty 0501, at Porphyry Yard but often not seen until 0830. It is a terrific guide for those who wish to photograph and fan merchandise freight trains. With sections on locals from the past, model railroad shops, and other interesting items. This version of Southern California Locals: A Railroad Enthusiast's Field Guide to Local Trains in Southern California was updated in mid 2015. Also works 3M Spur, which is the last remnant of the Lake Elsinore branch. Often seen in Riverside about 1100. Crew is shuttled from San Bernardino to Corona where the power and caboose are kept. Works industries from West Corona to Casa Blanca and up to Highgrove. Like the previous editions, this book contains information, including start times when known, on over 500 locals, haulers, road switchers, switchers, and industrial jobs in the Southern California area. Usually done by 1200.). Does many lengthy shoves