Kalmbach Publishing Company
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 103
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Travel to one of the greatest train watching locations in North America while watching Cascade Crossing. You'll travel down the historic Southern Pacific line through Oregon's Cascade Mountains until reaching the top of the grade at Cascade Summit. You'll witness trains running over the line in the height of summer and in the depth of winter. this special Publisher's Choice Edition of the Ultimate Railroading DVD Series is complete with unique...
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 009
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Cajon Pass tours the 75 miles of Santa Fe double track between San Bernardino and Victorville, CA. You'll visit famous railroad destinations such as Blue Cut, known for its famous lookout off Old Route 66. And witness spectacualr views of Union Pacific and Santa Fe trains as they race toward the Mojave Desert and through the demanding San Bernardino and San Gabriel Mountains. This special edition of the Ultimate Railroading DVD Series fives you...
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 005
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
GM's geeps documents the compelling story of these noteworthy machines which are often described as "everyman's locomotive." Created in the wake of the F units' success, geeps quickly became king of the railroad industry. From historic photos to interviews with the experts, a nostalgic journey with fantastic footage of locomotives from the past and present.
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 117
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Ride along for an action-packed tour of Conrail's Chicago Gateway. This special edition of the Ultimate Railroading DVD Series covers Chicago's main line from Gary to South Bend, Ind. You'll hear firsthand from railroad employees and go behind-the-scenens with one of Conrail's largest customers - Bethlehem Steel. And don't miss the parade of trains including Conrail and CSX's freights, Amtrak passenger trains and South Shore commuters, as they...
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 003
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
F units in action documents the rise and fall of some of the most successful diesel locomotives in railroading history. These are the machines that convinced the railroads to convert from steam. Hear firsthand accounts of the breakthrough, learn what led to EMD's success and watch these pioneering diesels in action today. This special edition of the ultimate railroading DVD series is a fascinating and nostalgic journey for every railfan!
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 008
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Powder River Showdown brings you the excitement of the Powder River Basin, one of the last frontiers in America's heavy-haul railroading. You'll go on a tour of BNSF's terminal in Alliance, Nebraska, learn about the biggest operational headache on the line - Crawford Hill, and witness BNSF's heavy hauling SD40-2s in action. This special edition of the Ultimate railroading DVD series is a railfan favorite.
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 004
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...
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 111
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Travel to one of the oldest Midwest railroad lines, the Boston & Albany, in this Publisher's Choice Edition. Conrail in New England takes you on a journey through the west end of Boston line of Conrail's Albany division. You'll travel though eastern New York and western Massachusetts and watch the Conrail's high-horsepower diesels as they tackle rugged mountain grades like Washington Hill. You'll also visit Conrail's giant hump yard in Selkirk,...
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 007
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Amazing Alcos documents the past and present of these hard-working locomotives manufactured by the American Locomotive Company. You'll see switchers, road switchers, cab units, and road freight locomotives rolling down the rails. This special edition of the Ultimate Railroading DVD series complete with historic photos, vintage footage, and commentary from knoweldgeable experts, will take you on a journey you don't want to miss!
10) Mojave mainline
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 108
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...
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 104
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.
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 107
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...
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 006
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Union Pacific's Moffat Line documents the past and present of the line created by David Moffat. Using carefully designed horseshoe curves and expansive tunnels, the Moffat Line crosses the Rocky Mountains to the west of Denver. This special edition of the Ultimate Railroading DVD Series takes you behind-the-scenes to witness operations on the railroad and view the fantastic mountain scenery along the line. It's a must-see railfan location that...
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 106
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Join our tour along one of America's extraordinary railroads in this Publisher's Choice Edition. Heart of the Wisconsin Central explores the challenging years the WC endured and how it became famous for its diversity in commodities and locomotives. You'll travel from Waukesha, Wis., to Neenah, Wis., the gateway to the Fox River paper producing region. Throughout your journey you'll see exceptional footage of the WC diesels hard at work as they...
15) High speed train
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 007
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Buckle up and hold on tight as you reach speeds up to 150 mph on the fastest train in North America. In High Speed Train you'll start in the heart of the nations' capital at Union Station in Washington, D.C., and journey along Amtrak's high-speed, high-density Northeast Corridor. You will visit the busiest passenger rail station in America - Penn Station in New York City - and end your adventure at South Station in Boston. All this and more awaits...
Series
Ultimate railroading DVD volume 010
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Appalachian Conquest takes you on a scenic journey along CSX's Corbin Division mainline through Kentucky and Tennessee. Watch high-horsepower diesels climb the steep Appalachian grades, learn about the people who run this demanding railroad, and ride a southbound coal train over Duff Mountain. This special edition of the Ultimate Railroading DVD Series gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the Corbin Division operations and the unit coal trains...
Series
Publisher
[Kalmbach Publishing]
Pub. Date
[2009]
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.
20) Railway marvels
Series
Publisher
[Kalmbach Publishing]
Pub. Date
[2009]
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....