The Diesel Shop
SP&S FA1 864 and three four-axle centuries lead westbound freight (Keith Ardinger photo)

Spokane Portland & Seattle Locomotives This month's feature is a photo-intensive look at the motive power that once belonged to the "Pacific Northwest'sOwn" railroad. The SP&S seemed to have nearly everything that a railroad observer (casual or hardcore fan) could enjoy. SP&S overview. Australia's DL500s Somewhat related to last month's Aussie Alco feature is this month's overview of the A.E.Goodwin-built DL500s which were assembled under license to Alco. More than 135 were purchased and operated by various Australian railways. Here is the link to Aussie DL500s. Additionally, a roster and data sheet are available here. Alco C628 An 11-page technical data sheet/promotional brochure has been added to the archives. The document outlines locomotive and engine dimensions, capacities and performance ratings. A copy can be reviewed by following the C628 link. 250th U.S. Anniversary So far this year, more than 70 diesel and steam locomotives (and one streetcar) wore a custom red/white/blue paint scheme to help mark the 250th Anniversary of the United States. Another four or five locomotives wearing a special r/w/b attire could also appear before the end of year-long celebration. A year-to-date profile can be seen here.

In the Queue: September -- Michigan's "Dragon Queens" September -- GE's E33s & E44s October -- Omaha 1973 October -- "The Circuit"