More on the Tulsa-Sapulpa Union Railway

For those who recall the "Shortline Inspiration" entry, a quick note: the September/October 2010 issue of Diesel Era had an article on the shortline's roster. (Sorry, no link; they don't seem to have an active website at the moment.)

It's a short article, focused on the motive power. (It is Diesel Era.)

See, stuff like that is the reason to wander into hobby shops outside of your hometown; never would have found that magazine at my local shop. (Not like I ever need a reason to go to any hobby shop.)

Shortline Inspiration

Eastside Freight Rail, Near Seattle, WA.

There is something to be said for shortlines.

Despite tight budgets and second-hand power, they are increasingly becoming the front-line face of American railroading. The big boys have unit trains and double-stacks, but shortlines offer something different - with creative thinking, customer service, and can-do attitude.

More importantly for a modeler - they offer several current examples of loose-car railroading on a scale a modeler can build a layout around.

The two videos offer two such examples, and many more can be found on Youtube.

So now you know what's been rattling around in my head. Now, to give these ideas some fleshing out... well, stay tuned.



Tulsa-Sapulpa Union Railway - Tulsa, OK. Love that paint scheme.