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• Arkansas & Missouri Railroad- The last diesel locomotive rolled off the Alco assembly line in 1969, but the hills of Northwest Arkansas still echo the distinctive sound from Schenectady. Join us for a one-hour, ''up close and personal'' look at the people, places and machines of the Arkansas and Missouri Railroad. See Century 420s climbing the highest mountain grade between the Appalachians and the Rockies. Hear the throttle yanked into ''Run eight.'' Ride the cab of a smoking T-6 switcher kicking cars on a branch line. Visit the shops that keep the Alcos going strong, and take a ride into history aboard RS-1 #22 pulling a special passenger train just for us. 60 Minutes. Color. (Added: 2000-05-19 Rating: 1.00) Rate It

• Burlington Northern E-Units- Once leading the country's finest passenger trains on high speed schedules, the last remaining fleet of Electro-Motive E-Units work their final years pulling commuter trains in Chicago. Climb up into the cab of BME-9 #9914 and ride the entire line from Chicago's Union Station to Aurora. View the triple-track BN machine as you've never seen it before. The afternoon "Dinky Parade," as the railroaders call it, is a dispatcher's nightmare, with train after train scheduled. The curves, bridges and scenic stations along this fascinating line are beautifully photographed. 60 Minutes. Color. (Added: 2000-02-29 Rating: 0.00) Rate It

• Cottonbelt 819- The Cottonbelt 819 is the pride of Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Here this great locomotive was lovingly restored and today it travels the rails once again to bring back memories of a bygone era. Travel from Pine Bluff to Tyler, TX on a three-day trip. Then sit back and enjoy the sights and sounds of the 819 as it travels to St. Louis, MO. This was a major excursion for the 819 and you will see it all - from the preparations before departure to the thrilling sight of the locomotive racing through farmlands on its trip. The Cottonbelt 819 truly is a national treasure! 30 Minutes. Color. (Added: 2000-02-29 Rating: 0.00) Rate It

• Missouri-Kansas Texas- The Missouri-Kansas Texas Railroad is well known as the KATY. It was acquired by the Union Pacific in 1988 and this video shows MKT operations prior to the takeover. 60 minutes. Color. (Added: 2000-02-29 Rating: 0.00) Rate It

• Montana Rail Link Video- The beautiful and rugged Rocky Mountains of western Montana presented a challenge to the early railroad builders. Today, you will witness that continuing struggle as the "MRL" operates high tonnage trains across both Mullan and Bozeman passes. Tour the entire length of the railroad. There is plenty of cab ride footage as we ride over the mountainous terrain. 70 Minutes. Color. (Added: 2000-02-29 Rating: 10.00) Rate It

• New York Central Video- Reflections of the New York Central - Hudsons, Niagaras, Mohawks, Pacifics, Mikados, Switchers, and Diesels by ALCO and EMD in a stunning review of passenger and freight trains from the 1920's to the early 60's. From pacing a Niagara on the head of the Empire State Express to the drenching drama of water scooping Hudsons and Mohawks, and Niagaras, you're sure to treasure the great limiteds and classic locomotives of the Water Level Route and the Big 4. 54 minutes. Color. (Added: 2000-02-29 Rating: 0.00) Rate It

• Norfolk Western 1218 Video- This is a fascinating look at a mighty and historic steam locomotive. Includes the side-by-side run with the 611 at the 1987 NRH convention in Roanoke, VA, then moves to a 1989 excursion from Richmond to Roanoke, VA. On the way to the 1990 NRHS convention in St. Louis, MO, the 1218 pulls a special 19-car train called the Independence Ltd. 30 minutes. Color. (Added: 2000-02-29 Rating: 0.00) Rate It

• Red Express: The Trans-Siberian Railroad- A Collectors Edition. Experience the longest train ride in the world. Russia's Trans-Siberian express travels across 6,000 miles and seven time zones to reveal one of the most fascinating countries in the world. Join the ride from Moscow to Vladivastok for a remarkable train ride- and a rare look at Russian life, the many faces of Russia, and share a rare glimpse of their vivid lives, memories, hopes and dreams. 50 minutes. Color. (Added: 2000-02-29 Rating: 0.00) Rate It

• Santa Fe's Arizona Mainline- Stretching across the mountains and deserts of Arizona, the Santa Fe Mainline is double track, high density railroading at its finest. The magnificent topography of high mountains, rugged canyons and striking desert produce the most beautiful western scenery to be found anywhere. All the splendor of the Southwest is captured in this exciting tour of Santa Fe's Arizona Mainline. 80 Minutes. Color. (Added: 2000-02-29 Rating: 0.00) Rate It