FIRST QUARTER 2026: This issue leads off with Part One of a detailed two-part study of Soo Line GP38-2s by Martin Young. From original orders to units absorbed through Soo’s acquisition of Milwaukee Road, this comprehensive feature traces the evolution, assignments, and distinctive details of these hard-working road switchers. We also take an in-depth look at Reading Company SW1001s, including operations just prior to the launch of Conrail. All this and more in the First Quarter 2026 issue of Diesel Era!
Santa Fe U30CGs for the Holidays
General Electric U30CG units provided relief to Santa Fe in the 1960s replacing older first generation diesels for freight and passenger service.
2024 Locomotive Production in Review
The year 2024 saw incremental growth for Wabtec; Progress Rail seems to have hit a stride of around 120 locomotives a year; and Siemens continues to maintain its position as the dominant passenger locomotive provider.
Lake State Railway Company purchases four SD70ACe-T4 locomotives from Progress Rail
Michigan-based regional freight railroad Lake State Railway Company is purchasing four SD70ACe-T4 locomotives from Progress Rail.
Rare Alco FA-2 acquired by Adirondack Railroad
A former Louisville & Nashville Alco FA-2 has been acquired by New York’s Adirondack Railroad for seasonal excursion service.
Freight Car Classics: Conrail Boxcars
A collection of classic Conrail boxcars inherited from six bankrupt railroads of the Northeast in 1976.
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