Trains and Locomotives
This hour-long show explores the trains and locomotives that aided the growth of travel, further settlement and the development of certain American industries and agricultural ventures. Archival film footage shows many famous trains that operated dome cars, impressive private rail cars and illustrious sightseeing cars through the years. You'll see one-of-a-kind, world class trains that were once the very top for speed, style and service. "Trains and Locomotives" also features interviews with the people who rode, operated and managed the great trains of America's vast railroads. Climb aboard the Super Chief, the showcase train of the world famous Santa Fe Railway, or visit The California Zephyr, known as the "Silver Thread Through the West". Witness the documentation of a travel mode that provided scenery, comfort and high-class service across the United States; from President Lincoln's private car to the latest most modern cars that are plying the world's rails today. The unique and timeless footage captures the excitement of streamlined, steam locomotive hauled trains that will go down in history as a monument to the rail industry and the growth of the American nation. Visit the machines of iron and rails that stretched from the first Eastern states along the Atlantic, across the expanse of North America to the new states along the Pacific. If you like to view the world at eye level, or at the speed of steam and coal, then we welcome you aboard "Trains and Locomotives" on RFD-TV.
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Trains and Locomotives
Winter Thunder
In Winter Thunder, our coverage begins in the railroad's yard in Ridgeley, West Virginia. We watch as locomotive no. 734 steams up. Follow the crew as they work to free the locomotive from the frozen groud, and then enjoy the ride...
In Winter Thunder, our coverage begins in the railroad's yard in Ridgeley, West Virginia. We watch as locomotive no. 734 steams up. Follow the crew as they work to free the locomotive from the frozen groud, and then enjoy the ride...
Illinois Central Steam Finale
Featuring ICRR steam 1950's -1960, plus ex-NKP 2-8-4 765 on P&L in 1992. Illinois Central steam power running in the 1950's in Illinois and Kentucky. You'll visit the Paducah area and other locations on the Kentucky Division.
Featuring ICRR steam 1950's -1960, plus ex-NKP 2-8-4 765 on P&L in 1992. Illinois Central steam power running in the 1950's in Illinois and Kentucky. You'll visit the Paducah area and other locations on the Kentucky Division.
Union Pacific
Covers early streamliners from 1934-1940. Classic steam power in the 1930's & 1950's with 1950's scenes around the Council Bluffs-Omaha area and 1990's action of 4-8-4 844 and Challenger 3985. 844 is seen at St Louis in 1990.
Covers early streamliners from 1934-1940. Classic steam power in the 1930's & 1950's with 1950's scenes around the Council Bluffs-Omaha area and 1990's action of 4-8-4 844 and Challenger 3985. 844 is seen at St Louis in 1990.
Steam in Italy
Great scenic action of 2-8-0's and other steam in the rugged mountains of central Italy in 1997. Then return in 1998 to follow a vintage express 2-6-0 on a special photo passenger train in northern Italy.
Great scenic action of 2-8-0's and other steam in the rugged mountains of central Italy in 1997. Then return in 1998 to follow a vintage express 2-6-0 on a special photo passenger train in northern Italy.
The J and The Mountain
N&W J 611 and Frisco 1522 teamed up for the 1994 NRHS convention based at Atlanta, GA. Frisco 1522 leads off on it's run to Macon via ex-Central of Georgia trackage before N&W 611 joins her at Macon for a doubleheader run to Atlanta.
N&W J 611 and Frisco 1522 teamed up for the 1994 NRHS convention based at Atlanta, GA. Frisco 1522 leads off on it's run to Macon via ex-Central of Georgia trackage before N&W 611 joins her at Macon for a doubleheader run to Atlanta.
Selling Sunshine - The Florida Trains
Hosts Michael Gross and rail historian Peter A. Hansen trace the history of the Florida rail service from the late 19th century forward to the 21st century. They explore why railroads expanded to Florida.
Hosts Michael Gross and rail historian Peter A. Hansen trace the history of the Florida rail service from the late 19th century forward to the 21st century. They explore why railroads expanded to Florida.
Cuba - 1 Sugar Mill Steam
Visit 9 Cuban sugar mill railroads from 1986, when American steam locomotives were hauling the cane. The steam mills ran on Standard, 36", 34 1/2" and 30" gauge tracks with 2-6-0 and 2-8-0 steamers built by Baldwin, Alco and Vulcan.
Visit 9 Cuban sugar mill railroads from 1986, when American steam locomotives were hauling the cane. The steam mills ran on Standard, 36", 34 1/2" and 30" gauge tracks with 2-6-0 and 2-8-0 steamers built by Baldwin, Alco and Vulcan.
Chicago 1970
Between 1969-1971, many railroads were trying to get rid of passenger trains and/or merge with other lines. You'll see great views of BN (formerly CB&Q), MILWAUKEE ROAD, PENN CENTRAL, very early AMTRAK and more.
Between 1969-1971, many railroads were trying to get rid of passenger trains and/or merge with other lines. You'll see great views of BN (formerly CB&Q), MILWAUKEE ROAD, PENN CENTRAL, very early AMTRAK and more.
Herron Rail - Glory Machines: Vol 5
Highlights include Kansas City Union Station with ATSF, KCS, UP, MP, SLSF, trains arriving & departing, then St.Louis Union Station, Atlanta's Terminal Station with SR, SAL, A&WP steam power, Florida railroading with FEC, SAL, ACL/SCL trains.
Highlights include Kansas City Union Station with ATSF, KCS, UP, MP, SLSF, trains arriving & departing, then St.Louis Union Station, Atlanta's Terminal Station with SR, SAL, A&WP steam power, Florida railroading with FEC, SAL, ACL/SCL trains.
Edaville Collection - Pt. 1
Edaville Collection - History of the Maine two-footers and regular service trains, on the Sandy River and Bridgton & Harrison Railroads, Part 1.
Edaville Collection - History of the Maine two-footers and regular service trains, on the Sandy River and Bridgton & Harrison Railroads, Part 1.
Dreams Do Come True: Santa Fe RR Restore - Pacific 3415
Dreams Do Come True: The Restoration of Santa Fe Railroad Pacific Class 3415. A project of the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad.
Dreams Do Come True: The Restoration of Santa Fe Railroad Pacific Class 3415. A project of the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad.
Great South African Steam Fest
The action-packed story of South Africa's epic celebration of the railroad steam locomotive in 1989 on the double-track main line across the rugged Karoo.
The action-packed story of South Africa's epic celebration of the railroad steam locomotive in 1989 on the double-track main line across the rugged Karoo.