Trains June 2018

Cumbres freight finaleBy Russell B. SperryIn 1968, America’s last revenue steam freights ran on a Class I railroadRailway island paradiseBy Jeffrey T. SchultzRide through Taiwan behind GE electrics, Shays, high speed locomotives, and moreMap of the Month: Crossing the CascadesBy Bill MetzgerComparing the railroads through WashingtonHigh hurdles for short-haul intermodalBy Bill StephensRailroads need to provide faster, more frequent service. But how?Big push for Big BoyBy Jim WrinnWith the 1-year clock ticking, Union Pacific closes in on the biggest steam restoration of all time: 4-8-8-4 No. 4014Brightline: Blazing new trailsBy Bob JohnstonFlorida trains could rewrite book on U.S. passenger service