Kalmbach Publishing Company
3) Tehachapi!
Publisher
Kalmbach Pub
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Trains of the Southern Pacific and Santa Fe conquer the Tehachapi mountains on their trek from the Mojave Desert to the San Joaquin Valley.
Publisher
[Kalmbach Publishing]
Pub. Date
Ã2009
Language
English
Description
This "tells the incredible story of the race to build the national railway system -- a system that transformed America. Through historic footage, photos and expert interviews you'll learn about the people and inventions that played vital roles in America's railroad expansion. Witness the construction of the 4.75 mile long Hoosac Tunnel, learn about the magnificent engineering of Horseshoe Curve, and plunge 328 feet below sea level on Europe's Chunnel."--Container....
Series
Publisher
[Kalmbach Publishing]
Pub. Date
Ã2008
Language
English
Description
This "brings the trains that thunder through Ontario's railway system to your living room. In this special edition you'll journey to Bayview Junction, and witness the astounding number of trains at the crossroads of the Canadian National, Canadian Pacific, Amtrak, Via Rail, and Toronto's Go Transit commuter lines. Add in the breathtaking scenery of Canada's Royal Botanical Gardens and you have a destination that all train lovers should see."--Container....
Publisher
[Kalmbach Publishing]
Pub. Date
Ã2009
Language
English
Description
This "explores the vital role that coal has playing in the success of today's major railroads. Take an in-depth look at Norfolk Southern's coal operations from the perspective of the railroad employees. Learn about the challenges faced and the improvements made while adapting to an ever-changing environment. Witness powerful NS diesels move heavy loads over the Appalachians and across the Great Plains"--Container.
8) Rio Grande
Publisher
[Kalmbach Publishing]
Pub. Date
Ã2013
Language
English
Description
Travel through some of the most amazing natural manmade wonders in the country and experience the railroad triangle between Denver, Salt Lake City, and Pueblo.
Publisher
[Kalmbach Publishing]
Pub. Date
Ã2009
Language
English
Description
This "documents the journey of the super-powered steam engines of the mid-20th century. Witness these awe-inspiring locomotives including the Union Pacific's famed 'Big Boy' and ride the rails of the Chesapeake & Ohio and Norfolk & Western, where the giants made their last stand. From historic footage to interviews with railroad employees and historians, this special edition gives you an up-close look at the legendary giants that shaped America's...
Publisher
[Kalmbach Publishing]
Pub. Date
Ã2009
Language
English
Description
This DVD travels "to the Fraser and Thompson River Canyons in British Columbia. Along the way you'll witness the high horsepower diesel and freight trains of Canadian Pacific and Canadian National as they wind through mountains, deep canyons and lush forests."--Container.
Publisher
[Kalmbach Publishing]
Pub. Date
Ã2009
Language
English
Description
"Tour some of the Midwest's finest scenery as you travel along the Mississippi River in Minnesota. See scenic views of Burlington Northern Santa Fe and Canadian Pacific freight trains as they make their way towards Wisconsin and Illinois. Witness multiple train meets, get an up-close look at the river's barge operations, and enjoy trackside views of CP, Soo Line, and Iowa, Chicago & Eastern trains as they make their way along the banks of the Mississippi...
Series
Publisher
[Kalmbach Publishing]
Pub. Date
Ã2008
Language
English
Description
This "explores the critical role that railroads play in today's steel industry. Witness the blazing process of making steel, learn about a steel plant's precision, and watch these hard-working locomotives in action."--Container.
15) Big power
Series
Publisher
Kalmbach Publishing
Pub. Date
Ã2007
Language
English
Description
Offers a close-up look at the best that General Electric and Electro-Motive have to offer, from veteran SD45s to contemporary Dash 9s and SD90s. A special sequence shows how GE builds its locomotives in Erie, Pa.
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Travel along one of the world's premier railroads in this Publisher's Choice Edition. Amtrak's Northeast Corridor is the fastest, busiest stretch of railroad in the western hemisphere. You'll travel from Washington DC to New York's Penn Station. Along the way you'll learn about passenger stations, both big and small, along the route and tour Amtrak's modern dispatching center.
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Ride the rails along the shore of Lake Erie in this Publisher's Choice Edition. Showdown on Lake Erie explores the competition between Conrail and Norfolk Souther as they battled for rail dominance. You'll travel 175 miles along the scenic shoreline from Cleveland, OH, to Buffalo, NY, relive the era of the Hulett ore unloaders, and tour the operations at General Electric's locomotive plant. Don't miss this exceptional footage of the diesels that...
19) Mojave mainline
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Don't miss a minute of desert action in this Publisher's Choice Edition. Mojave Mainline takes you on a journey along the BNSF Needles Sub, covering the 168 miles of double-track mainline from Needles, CA to Barstow, CA. You'll tour BNSF's Barstow yard and Needles yard. Watch as westbound trains with BNSF helpers attack the 28 demanding miles of 1.4% grade at Goff Hill. And relive the history of one of America's best-loved railroads, the Atchison...
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Sand Patch: CSX battles the Alleghenies takes you on a journey to a place where the impossible notion of transportng people and goods across the vast Allegheny mountains became a reality. Watch trains climb the steep grade, learn about improvements made along the route, and relive the excitement throughout Sand Patch. This special edition of the ultimate railroading DVD series brings you a unique look at one of America's most picturesque railfanning...
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