Trains Magazine — November 2016 Issue: and 50 similar items

Trains Magazine ? November 2016 Mergers Ahead: A Complex Decision Just Got Even Crazier Trains Magazine | November 2016 | Published by Kalmbach Publishing Co. This November 2016 issue of Trains Magazine leads with an in-depth look at the freight railroad industry's shifting merger landscape, examining how consolidation talk was growing more complicated across the North American rail network. The issue also investigates a compelling historical question with its feature on the oldest U.S.-built locomotive still in existence. Rounding out the issue are reports on Amtrak's newly installed leadership, a feature on the operationally demanding Cajon Pass, and coverage of the launch of Florida's new passenger rail service. The striking cover image captures Kansas City Southern and Union Pacific units lifting a westbound train across the Rockies along the scenic Moffat Route. In This Issue: Oldest U.S.-Built Locomotive in Existence? ? An investigative feature examining the claims and evidence behind America's oldest surviving domestically built locomotive Amtrak's New Boss ? Coverage of a leadership change at the head of America's passenger rail carrier Burning Cajon Pass ? A feature on operations over one of the most demanding mountain grades in American railroading Mergers Ahead: A Complex Decision Just Got Even Crazier ? The issue's cover story, exploring the increasingly tangled outlook for freight railroad consolidation Inside Florida's New Passenger Railroad ? A look at the launch of Florida's newest passenger rail service MAP: Grade-Crossing Accidents ? A data-driven feature mapping grade-crossing incidents nationwide Ultimate Railfan Trip of 1968 ? A retrospective revisiting a legendary railfan excursion from 1968 Why Add This Issue to Your Collection: This November 2016 issue captures a pivotal moment of uncertainty in the freight railroad industry, as merger speculation intensified across the network. Combined with its historical detective work on America's oldest domestically built locomotive and its striking Moffat Route cover photography, this issue offers a well-rounded mix of current industry analysis and railroad heritage that appeals to both mainline railfans and historical readers alike. 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