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Trains Magazine August 2011 Monthly Issue
Trains Magazine — August 2011
Trains: The Magazine of Railroading | August 2011 | Volume 71
Iron Horses to Quarter Horses: Taking Union Pacific to the Rodeo
Trains Magazine is the premier monthly publication for railroad enthusiasts and railroad industry professionals, founded in 1940 by publisher Al C. Kalmbach. This August 2011 issue features comprehensive coverage of contemporary railroading in North America with in-depth features, industry news, and historical perspectives.
The cover story showcases Union Pacific's historic steam locomotive operations, featuring a dramatic photograph of UP's Big Boy steam locomotive paired with yellow diesel units pulling passenger cars through the Western landscape. The feature explores the railroad's special event operations and heritage program, highlighting the contrast between vintage steam power and modern diesel technology.
This issue includes Fred W. Frailey's analysis of Amtrak's best and worst performance metrics, alongside features on locomotive technology, railroad infrastructure, and international rail developments.
Inside This Issue:
- MAP: Your All-Time Cajon Pass Guide — Comprehensive mapping and historical overview of California's famous Cajon Pass railroad corridor
- In the News: Cell Phone Crackdown in the Cab — Coverage of railroad safety regulations regarding mobile device use by train crews
- Why Buy Heavy Diesels? — Analysis of locomotive purchasing decisions and heavy-haul diesel technology
- Iron Horses to Quarter Horses: Taking Union Pacific to the Rodeo — Feature article on UP's steam locomotive special operations and heritage program
- Fred Frailey Rates Amtrak's Best and Worst — Industry analyst Fred W. Frailey evaluates Amtrak route performance and service quality
- Heaven for Rare Baldwin Diesels? No! It's New Jersey! — Feature on preserved Baldwin diesel locomotives in New Jersey
- Irish Railroads Rebound — International coverage of Ireland's railroad system recovery and modernization
- Busy Chicago Yard, Then and Now — Historical comparison of Chicago railroad yard operations across decades
Why Add This Issue to Your Collection:
This August 2011 issue captures a fascinating period in American railroading when heritage operations and modern freight railroading coexisted side by side. The cover story's focus on Union Pacific's steam program represents the railroad's commitment to preserving its history while operating one of North America's most efficient freight networks. Fred W. Frailey's Amtrak analysis provides valuable insight into passenger rail operations during the early 2010s, while the Cajon Pass mapping feature offers essential reference material for one of railroading's most challenging and historically significant mountain crossings. For collectors interested in steam preservation, modern freight operations, or Western railroad history, this issue provides diverse and engaging content spanning railroad heritage and contemporary operations.
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- Publication Name
- Trains Magazine
- Publication Year
- 2011
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- Kalmbach Media
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- Trains
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