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Trains Magazine ? June 2013 Special Short Line Regional Railroads Issue Special Issue: Short Lines and Regional Railroads Trains Magazine | June 2013 | Special Issue This June 2013 issue of Trains, published by Kalmbach Publishing Co., is a dedicated Special Issue spotlighting short line and regional railroads across North America. The cover feature, "Staying Power," examines Montana Rail Link and explains why the year 2047 holds particular significance for the railroad's future. Beyond the cover story, this issue delivers a well-rounded look at the short line sector, from entrepreneurial railroading to everyday operations, reflecting Trains' ongoing commitment to covering the full spectrum of the industry beyond the Class I carriers. Featured Articles: Staying Power ? Why the year 2047 is key for Montana Rail Link Ed Ellis' Shortline Empire and Passenger Train Dreams ? A profile of the entrepreneur behind a growing network of short line railroads and his ambitions for passenger rail A Week in the Life of the Vermont Railway ? An inside look at daily operations on this New England short line Frozen Foods Keep a California Line Healthy ? How perishable freight traffic sustains a regional railroad Good Wheels Go Bad ? A look at wheel failure and maintenance issues affecting railroad operations What Makes This Issue Special: Special Issue designation ? Explicitly labeled on the cover as a themed Special Issue Short line and regional railroad focus ? A full issue dedicated to smaller carriers rather than the Class I majors Multiple short line profiles ? Coverage spans Montana Rail Link, Vermont Railway, and Ed Ellis' short line holdings in a single issue Strong cover subject ? Features a Montana Rail Link locomotive in a scenic Montana river valley setting Why Add This Issue to Your Collection: Short line and regional railroad-focused issues of Trains are popular with collectors who follow the smaller carriers that rarely receive dedicated coverage in mainstream railroad media. This issue's combination of a Montana Rail Link cover feature with profiles of Vermont Railway and short line entrepreneur Ed Ellis makes it a solid addition for readers interested in the business and operations side of North American short line railroading. Keep on chugging guys! regards TTs Trains Grab this GREAT ITEM now before someone else does Please refer to all photos as they are part of the description and stated condition. Sale is for described item only. Props seen in photos are not included. If you have any questions, please ask before ordering. Powered by SixBit's eCommerce Solution