TRAINS October 2007

Cover story
That Cool Railroad in Red-Hot
Florida Florida East Coast's latest revolutionary practice - and gift to the industry - might surprise you.
Fred W. Frailey

The 'Magnificent Six' Mingle
In a nod to its rich heritage, America's largest railroad gathers some very special locomotives for a class photo.
A Trains Staff Report

Map of the Month: Illinois Central's Roots
See the 88 different railroads that made up the 'Main Line of Mid-America' by 1971.
Matt Van

Pocahotas Nights
When day is done, these color position lights come alive. At least, they used to ...
Garland McKee

Building Dreams
The story of Colorado Railcar's dazzling domes, DMUs, and more.
Bob Johnston

Railroad Reading
Bad day at Bitter Creek: Amtrak's Pioneer has the starring role as Union Pacific takes the sidings, and that was 'just the way it happened.'
Doug Harrop

Gallery
The Milwaukee Road in Washington in 1978, Union Pacific in Wisconsin this year, and Southern Pacific 4449 near the end of her revenue service days.
Assorted Photographers