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Viewing Album:  Rail-Fanning 2017 Vol. 12
 
By:Matthew Schimmel
Dates:12/6/2017 - 12/31/2017
Album Info:This album covers my adventures for the month. It was another short rail-fanning month for me. I managed a few cool catches, especially the Rio Grande heritage unit working NS train 223.
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End Of The Day Coal Load
Title:  End Of The Day Coal Load
Description:  BNSF 6118 heads south on the BNSF Hannibal Sub. in the lead of a loaded UCEX coal train just south of Foley, Mo.
Photo Date:  12/6/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 7:50:07 PM
Location:  Foley, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Action
Locomotives:  BNSF 6118(ES44AC)
Views:  361   Comments: 1
Terminal Tunnel Motor
Title:  Terminal Tunnel Motor
Description:  TRRA 3001 - Sitting in the TRRA engine facility in Madison, Illinois.
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/25/2018 8:52:53 PM
Location:  Madison, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Yard
Locomotives:  TRRA 3001(SD40T-2)
Views:  281   Comments: 1
BNSF 9021
Title:  BNSF 9021
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/6/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:00:05 PM
Location:  Foley, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  BNSF 9021(SD70ACe)
Views:  480   Comments: 1
UCEX 99008
Title:  UCEX 99008
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/6/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:14:58 PM
Location:  Foley, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,RollingStock,Action
Locomotives: 
Views:  302   Comments: 0
BNSF 9095 - DPU
Title:  BNSF 9095 - DPU
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/6/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:00:35 PM
Location:  Foley, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  BNSF 9095(SD70ACe)
Views:  466   Comments: 1
Big Powered Sand Blaster
Title:  Big Powered Sand Blaster
Description:  UP 8993 leads this 8 unit consist as they tow an empty sand train east on the UP Jeff City Sub., currently passing Mp. 28 near Eureka, Mo.
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:06:43 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Action
Locomotives:  UP 8993(SD70AH)
Views:  505   Comments: 1
UP 8993
Title:  UP 8993
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:07:10 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  UP 8993(SD70AH)
Views:  507   Comments: 1
UP 5505
Title:  UP 5505
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:07:38 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  UP 5505(AC45CCTE)
Views:  418   Comments: 1
CN 5760
Title:  CN 5760
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:08:02 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  CN 5760(SD75I)
Views:  361   Comments: 0
CN 8958
Title:  CN 8958
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:08:26 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  CN 8958(SD70M-2)
Views:  548   Comments: 1
KCSM 4763
Title:  KCSM 4763
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:09:00 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  KCSM 4763(ES44AC)
Views:  485   Comments: 1
UP 4512
Title:  UP 4512
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:09:26 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  UP 4512(SD70M)
Views:  335   Comments: 1
UP 6073
Title:  UP 6073
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:09:59 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  UP 6073(AC44CWCTE)
Views:  548   Comments: 2
UP 7288
Title:  UP 7288
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:10:22 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  UP 7288(AC44CW)
Views:  457   Comments: 2
KISS Hopper!
Title:  KISS Hopper!
Description:  WFRX 409647 - UP 218792
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:11:08 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,RollingStock,Action
Locomotives: 
Views:  416   Comments: 0
Solo Winged Leader
Title:  Solo Winged Leader
Description:  UP 8209 leads this half auto train / half freight west on the UP Jeff City Sub. as it passes through Eureka, Mo.
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:23:17 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Action
Locomotives:  UP 8209(ES44AC-H)
Views:  484   Comments: 1
Union Pacific Opera Window
Title:  Union Pacific Opera Window
Description:  UP 217074
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:25:18 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,RollingStock,Action
Locomotives: 
Views:  436   Comments: 0
Union Pacific Opera Window
Title:  Union Pacific Opera Window
Description:  UP 217010
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:25:55 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,RollingStock,Action
Locomotives: 
Views:  457   Comments: 0
UP 6373 - DPU
Title:  UP 6373 - DPU
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:26:46 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  UP 6373(AC44CW)
Views:  557   Comments: 1
UP Local LSE59
Title:  UP Local LSE59
Description:  GMTX 2613 leads this local from the US Silica Plant in Pacific, Mo. back to STL. Currently passing Mp. 28 on the UP Jeff City Sub. in Eureka, Mo.
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:31:04 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Action
Locomotives:  GMTX 2613(GP38-2)
Views:  558   Comments: 1
GMTX 2613
Title:  GMTX 2613
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:33:33 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  GMTX 2613(GP38-2)
Views:  576   Comments: 1
HLCX 3811
Title:  HLCX 3811
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/9/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:33:55 PM
Location:  Eureka, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  HLCX 3811(GP38-2)
Views:  737   Comments: 0
Working The GM PLant
Title:  Working The GM PLant
Description:  NS 6173 sits at the east end of the GM Plant in Wentzville, Mo. as it takes a break from working the GM Yard. (NS STL District)
Photo Date:  12/10/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 8:57:32 PM
Location:  Wentzville, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic
Locomotives:  NS 6173(SD40-2)
Views:  410   Comments: 1
Stallion EMD Leaders
Title:  Stallion EMD Leaders
Description:  NS 1063 leads NS train 239 west into High Hill, Mo. on the NS STL District. Here the train will hold and wait for 223 to pass before continuing on its journey.
Photo Date:  12/10/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 9:05:44 PM
Location:  High Hill, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Action
Locomotives:  NS 1063(SD70ACe)
Views:  370   Comments: 1
NS 2529
Title:  NS 2529
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/10/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 9:06:14 PM
Location:  High Hill, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  NS 2529(SD70)
Views:  367   Comments: 0
Rio Leading The Way!
Title:  Rio Leading The Way!
Description:  UP 1989 makes an unusual appearance on the Norfolk Southern as it leads NS Train 223 east through High Hill, MO. on the NS STL District. Currently rolling through the siding while meeting NS Train 239.
Photo Date:  12/10/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 9:09:15 PM
Location:  High Hill, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Action
Locomotives:  UP 1989(SD70ACe)
Views:  373   Comments: 2
Rio Grande Leader
Title:  Rio Grande Leader
Description:  UP 1989 makes an unusual appearance on the Norfolk Southern as it leads NS Train 223 east through High Hill, MO. on the NS STL District. Currently rolling through the siding while meeting NS Train 239.
Photo Date:  12/10/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 9:10:18 PM
Location:  High Hill, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Action
Locomotives:  UP 1989(SD70ACe)
Views:  373   Comments: 1
Rio Grande Rolling Along
Title:  Rio Grande Rolling Along
Description:  UP 1989 makes an unusual appearance on the Norfolk Southern as it leads NS Train 223 east through High Hill, MO. on the NS STL District. Currently rolling through the siding while meeting NS Train 239.
Photo Date:  12/10/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 9:11:46 PM
Location:  High Hill, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Action
Locomotives:  UP 1989(SD70ACe)
Views:  402   Comments: 1
NS 9098
Title:  NS 9098
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/10/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 9:12:20 PM
Location:  High Hill, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  NS 9098(C40-9W)
Views:  351   Comments: 1
Rio On The Curve
Title:  Rio On The Curve
Description:  UP 1989 makes an unusual appearance on the Norfolk Southern as it leads NS Train 223 east towards Jonesburg, MO. on the NS STL District.
Photo Date:  12/10/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 9:14:30 PM
Location:  Jonesburg, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Action
Locomotives:  UP 1989(SD70ACe)
Views:  342   Comments: 1
Rio On The Move
Title:  Rio On The Move
Description:  UP 1989 makes an unusual appearance on the Norfolk Southern as it leads NS Train 223 east towards Jonesburg, MO. on the NS STL District.
Photo Date:  12/10/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 9:15:38 PM
Location:  Jonesburg, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Action
Locomotives:  UP 1989(SD70ACe)
Views:  364   Comments: 1
Rio & Search Lights
Title:  Rio & Search Lights
Description:  UP 1989 makes an unusual appearance on the Norfolk Southern as it leads NS Train 223 east towards Jonesburg, MO. on the NS STL District. Currently passing the search light signals at Mp. 72.6 just before crossing over I-70.
Photo Date:  12/10/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 9:17:09 PM
Location:  Jonesburg, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Signal,Action
Locomotives:  UP 1989(SD70ACe)
Views:  353   Comments: 1
Rio Grande In Foristell
Title:  Rio Grande In Foristell
Description:  UP 1989 makes an unusual appearance on the Norfolk Southern as it leads NS Train 223 east through Foristell, MO. on the NS STL District.
Photo Date:  12/10/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 9:19:12 PM
Location:  Foristell, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Signal,Action
Locomotives:  UP 1989(SD70ACe)
Views:  407   Comments: 2
The Rio Cruising Along
Title:  The Rio Cruising Along
Description:  UP 1989 makes an unusual appearance on the Norfolk Southern as it leads NS Train 223 east out of O'Fallon, MO. on the NS STL District. Currently leaving OFallon, Mo. and nearing St. Peters, Mo. as it ducks under Missouri Highway 79.
Photo Date:  12/10/2017  Upload Date: 1/11/2018 9:24:20 PM
Location:  Saint Peters, MO
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Action
Locomotives:  UP 1989(SD70ACe)
Views:  329   Comments: 2
Early Morning Stacker
Title:  Early Morning Stacker
Description:  UP 7876 leads this stack train south as it heads out of the Union Pacific Dupo, Illinois Yard just after sun rise.
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 10:40:42 PM
Location:  Dupo, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Action
Locomotives:  UP 7876(AC45CCTE)
Views:  326   Comments: 1
UP 4595
Title:  UP 4595
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 10:41:27 PM
Location:  Dupo, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  UP 4595(SD70M)
Views:  316   Comments: 0
UP 3817
Title:  UP 3817
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 10:41:59 PM
Location:  Dupo, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  UP 3817(SD70M)
Views:  301   Comments: 1
A Funeral Of Sorts......
Title:  A Funeral Of Sorts......
Description:  UP 6874 has the honor of leading the MPRPB 16 (complete with the CNW Twins) south out of Dupo, Illinois on the UP Chester Sub. The CNW twins are in tow/in route to be repainted.
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 11:11:02 PM
Location:  Dupo, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Action
Locomotives:  UP 6874(AC44CW)
Views:  450   Comments: 1
UP 6874
Title:  UP 6874
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 11:12:38 PM
Location:  Dupo, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  UP 6874(AC44CW)
Views:  406   Comments: 1
UP 9787
Title:  UP 9787
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 11:13:11 PM
Location:  Dupo, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  UP 9787(C44-9W)
Views:  548   Comments: 1
That Green Lightning Stripe
Title:  That Green Lightning Stripe
Description:  CNW 8701 takes a final ride before being repainted into UP yellow.
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 11:14:38 PM
Location:  Dupo, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  CNW 8701(C44-9W)
Views:  1409   Comments: 1
Cab Shot Of CNW 8701
Title:  Cab Shot Of CNW 8701
Description:  CNW 8701
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 11:15:31 PM
Location:  Dupo, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  CNW 8701(C44-9W)
Views:  549   Comments: 0
UP 5060
Title:  UP 5060
Description:  Roster Shot.
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 11:15:57 PM
Location:  Dupo, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  UP 5060(SD70M)
Views:  347   Comments: 0
One Of The Last
Title:  One Of The Last
Description:  CNW 8646 takes a final ride before being repainted into UP yellow.
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 11:17:59 PM
Location:  Dupo, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  CNW 8646(C44-9W)
Views:  695   Comments: 1
Cab Shot Of CNW 8646
Title:  Cab Shot Of CNW 8646
Description:  CNW 8646
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 11:18:28 PM
Location:  Dupo, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  CNW 8646(C44-9W)
Views:  466   Comments: 0
Farewell Ride Down The Line
Title:  Farewell Ride Down The Line
Description:  UP 6874 is up to speed as it cruises south down the UP Chester Sub. in the lead of MPRPB 16 at Fountain, IL. This is the final ride for the CNW Twins as they are heading for North Little Rock for a coat of UP yellow.
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 11:24:23 PM
Location:  Fountain, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Scenic,Action
Locomotives:  UP 6874(AC44CW)
Views:  496   Comments: 1
Chicago North Western - CNW 8701
Title:  Chicago North Western - CNW 8701
Description:  Farewell ride for the CNW.
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 11:26:58 PM
Location:  Fountain, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  CNW 8701(C44-9W)
Views:  745   Comments: 1
Chicago North Western - CNW 8646
Title:  Chicago North Western - CNW 8646
Description:  Fare
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 11:28:08 PM
Location:  Fountain, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  CNW 8646(C44-9W)
Views:  502   Comments: 1
So Long To The CNW...
Title:  So Long To The CNW...
Description:  CNW 8701 & CNW 8646
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 11:31:21 PM
Location:  Fountain, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,Action
Locomotives:  CNW 8701(C44-9W) CNW 8646(C44-9W)
Views:  1390   Comments: 0
Union Pacific Box Car
Title:  Union Pacific Box Car
Description:  UP 355508
Photo Date:  12/17/2017  Upload Date: 1/22/2018 11:32:12 PM
Location:  Fountain, IL
Author:  Matthew Schimmel
Categories:  Roster,RollingStock,Action
Locomotives: 
Views:  248   Comments: 0

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