Comments on: This eastbound train must have been at Kieth while the westbound “Canadian” passes, because it was only 15 minutes between the two appearances. Of note on this train, is the fifth engine. It looks to be a GP-9 and it is covered in white powder. Perhaps it was stationed at the LaFarge cement plant in Exshaw for a while.Right behind are are several tank cars used to haul molten sulphur. Although not uncommon, most sulphur out that was was solid “bits” poured into open gondolas. Behind the sulphur cars, there appear to be several cement hoppers – likely from Exshaw. Then there are box cars, likely used for wood products and finally, the train appears to be filled out with grain hoppers.

By: Stephen C. Host

Stephen C. Host — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 23:56:53 +0000

i agree but I am a big fan of the 16-645 prime mover inside…. sounds the same generally speaking!

Steve Young — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 22:25:13 +0000

Oh, and CN did not have dynamic brake blisters.

Steve Young — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 22:22:58 +0000

Not all SD-40′s are created equal. Exhibit A – CN SD-40 wide nose.

Stephen C. Host — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 22:03:40 +0000

You know what’s great? SD40-2′s are still plentiful!

Not like before but you can find one if you want one without going to Pennsylvania..

awmooney — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 14:22:13 +0000

I remember when I used to hate SD40s. Now I yearn for them. (