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I saw these paint markings on the rails of a freight line in Charlemont, Massachusetts in early May. The specific line is known as the Patriot Corridor/East Portal of the Hoosac Tunnel. They are newly painted as they weren’t there in March, and they seem to be spaced every 100 yards or so.

I apologize if this is not the appropriate sub to post and ask. I also wonder if the markings may be related to local public works and utilities or state infrastructure of some sort - in that case I’ll inquire elsewhere!

I can also confirm there is no known Ukrainian population in the area but nonetheless, support for Ukraine! and it also rhymes with train!

I got an 18-135mm lens for the DSLR I've been lent and these were the first pictures I took to test it. I'm happy with what I've seen so far. Its not the best lens by any means, but for a novice photographer just graduating from using a phone, so far its great. Will probably get a dedicated telephoto at some point though.

I think GP35s? Maybe, definitely needs a wash.

Hi I'm not really knowledgable on steam engines, so I wanted to ask what is the likely wheel arrangement of this tender engine from the gacha game called Reverse: 1999. It is an express-passenger service tender engine traveling from Istanbul to Vienna in the early 1910s, capable of pulling 13 carriages/rolling stocks, and the express-passenger service is stated to be operated by the Vienna-Pannonian Railway. I can see that it has six coupled driving wheels (edit: I originally wrote at least four but later found out that it actually has six coupled driving wheels thanks to the comments) and a very large smokestack/chimney. What seems to be the best match here? (Edit: I'm thinking of 0-6-0, 2-6-0 or 2-6-4 based on the comments)

Japan does not have a very favorable environment for static or dynamic preservation of railway vehicles due to legal and tax issues, and railway companies do not actively preserve them. Only a small number of vehicles can be placed in railway museums. In particular, in recent years, the dismantling of valuable vehicles stored in depots has been progressing.

Progress Report May 2026 - By General Manager Jason Johnson

Having been involved with the PRR T1 Trust for the past ten years, it is remarkable to reflect on how far we have come. Many of the activities we are undertaking today were once only ideas on paper. In my role as General Manager, I am responsible for turning your generous donations into tangible progress, working closely with our engineering team, vendors, and contractors to bring this locomotive to life.

In 2025, much of our focus was on completing the massive locomotive frame and advancing work on the cylinders. The frame was finished mid-year, marking a major milestone, and we then shifted our attention to machining the cylinders in the latter half of the year. At the same time, we worked extensively with our engineering partners on the design and planning of our new 60' x 200' erection facility in Dennison, Ohio. This process also required multiple environmental reviews, all of which were successfully completed.

The groundwork laid in 2025 has positioned us for an exciting year ahead. Many of you who attended our presentations heard me share a personal goal, to set the frame on its drivers in 2026. I am pleased to say that this milestone is now within reach. Thanks to your continued support, the following progress is underway:

- All eight 80” driver wheels are at the machine shop for final machining (expected completion July 2026)

- All four main axles have been ordered (expected completion July 2026)

-Main Timken roller bearings have been ordered (expected arrival June 2026)

- Driving box patterns are in production (expected completion June 2026)

- Driving tires have been ordered (expected delivery October 2026)
Cylinders are currently being welded (expected completion June 2026)

- Brake rigging components have been ordered (expected completion July 2026)

- Boiler firebox components have been ordered (expected delivery September 2026)

What does this mean for the project? If our contractors and vendors remain on schedule, we anticipate mounting the tires in November and setting the frame onto the completed wheelsets before the end of the year. This would represent an extraordinary step forward. Meanwhile, continued progress on the boiler could see it completed in 2027, allowing it to be mated with the frame and running gear.

Even as I write this, it is incredible to consider that we are approaching this stage of construction. We hope our progress reflects the expectations you have placed in us. Simply put, we move as quickly as your support allows—and thanks to you, that pace continues to accelerate. With less than $3 million remaining to reach completion, and with the momentum we are seeing from our supporters, this goal is well within reach as we work toward a 2030 completion.
We also look forward to welcoming you to an open house at our new facility, anticipated for late this year or spring 2027, depending on construction progress. It will be an opportunity to see firsthand what your support has made possible.
Thank you for being part of this journey.

They were absolutely everywhere when I was a kid, seems like they have completely disappeared. Why did they fall out of use? I still see log trains, but they seem to be full trees now.

2007 rakes

Likely to be upgraded soon to LHB rakes

These coaches have generators which produce electricity that power up the coaches

Cool spot. Cars are totally bombed. How is this used?

Currently on a train between Hannover and Berlin. There's work on some of the tracks, but these are besides the track that is operational. What do they do? Is it a warning system to notify rail workers of incoming trains?

GO Transit F59PH #564 pulling 5 Bombardier Bi-level cars, and 1 CEM cab car, Running express through Newmarket ON, Southbound on the Barrie Line toward Toronto.

I assume its out of service as the Barrie Line does not have regularly scheduled express or skip stop service.

Captured at Newmarket GO, in Newmarket Ontario.

I know its far away but what is the engine?

The loco is a genset loco called the WDM-2G, two such locos were made but didn't work out well, they are expected to be scrapped in the next two years. Video Creds to resp. owner.