Fun fact, the (initial) lead locomotive of WLE train 643, #6353, is one of the SD40s that played the role of AWVR 1206 in the movie Unstoppable (2010). The other unit is WLE #6354. Both 6353 and 6354 are still sporting the extra cab side windows they were given for the 360° panning shots used throughout the movie.
I actually work at USS ET and get to see the URR switch the plant pretty much daily! If you consult others’ videos it’s neat to see their slab trains go up and down the ramps onto the bridges that carry them over the Mon River to nearby Irvin works. ET also has an in-plant railroad (mainly SW1500s) that shove raw materials onto the Blast Furnace Trestle and also pulls and shoves Pig iron bottle cars to the BOP for conversion into steel.
I was on the lookout for the URR, but didn't have enough time to thoroughly check it out - will be on the list for my next visit though. Do you guys get deliveries directly from BLE as well, or does URR bring their trains in for you?
@@FloridaRailfan URR always brings down BLE / CN loads from North Bessemer, about ~10 miles away. En route between the mill and the yard is URR’s Hall shops as well, which you can get close to by road. I wouldn’t be sure of North Bessemer’s timetables and whatnot, but as I lived nearby in Penn Hills for over a decade I could hear BLE trains in and out of that yard a couple times a day, normally, with evening trains reliably arriving ~6-7pm.
My old hometown! I actually lived not far from Rook Yard for a few years before moving away from the 'Burgh. Glad to see the WLE is still going strong.
My video on the Rook Sub took about 4 years to produce. It took a lot of trial and error just because of the terrain. Sometimes you'd see a train once and never catch it because at track speed they can get miles ahead of you.
Awesome Video! As a Current Pennsylvanian Myself Born and raised, I am Proud to say that this State has Many amazing Railroad Opportunities! Raging from Class 1s, Class 2s, Class 3s, And even Tucked in Generic Tourist lines! I always have the Motto that Every Railroad is different in their own way, It can be in Power wise, Scenery, Trackage and Miles owned, and Even Managment. Your content is always a way to showcase that, Many good RRs here! Thanks for visiting the Keystone state man, Happy to have you!
Really appreciate the kind words, you're not wrong about your home state. There is a reason I've visited PA twice now, it is likely the best state for railfanning I've been to thus far. Take full advantage of it!
Cool video bud! You did well on the Wheeling, we definitely share love for that piece of railroad because I try hitting it every time I’m out there! Well done!
@@FloridaRailfan oh for sure, I’ve waited in Avella a few times for 218, one time I waited an hour and a half, one time I waited four hours, one time they came in before sunrise and didn’t know it. Very gratifying when it works out though, lol.
I have some tips in case you come back. A good chase spot on the Conemaugh line is Harmar Township to Creighton. There's also a big bridge for Canadian National.
Fun fact, the (initial) lead locomotive of WLE train 643, #6353, is one of the SD40s that played the role of AWVR 1206 in the movie Unstoppable (2010). The other unit is WLE #6354.
Both 6353 and 6354 are still sporting the extra cab side windows they were given for the 360° panning shots used throughout the movie.
That is super cool!! The extra windows definitely caught my eye, crazy that’s what they’re for. Thanks for the info!
I actually work at USS ET and get to see the URR switch the plant pretty much daily! If you consult others’ videos it’s neat to see their slab trains go up and down the ramps onto the bridges that carry them over the Mon River to nearby Irvin works. ET also has an in-plant railroad (mainly SW1500s) that shove raw materials onto the Blast Furnace Trestle and also pulls and shoves Pig iron bottle cars to the BOP for conversion into steel.
I was on the lookout for the URR, but didn't have enough time to thoroughly check it out - will be on the list for my next visit though. Do you guys get deliveries directly from BLE as well, or does URR bring their trains in for you?
@@FloridaRailfan URR always brings down BLE / CN loads from North Bessemer, about ~10 miles away. En route between the mill and the yard is URR’s Hall shops as well, which you can get close to by road. I wouldn’t be sure of North Bessemer’s timetables and whatnot, but as I lived nearby in Penn Hills for over a decade I could hear BLE trains in and out of that yard a couple times a day, normally, with evening trains reliably arriving ~6-7pm.
Appreciate the information. Will keep note of it for my next visit!
Yet another place to dream about visiting.
My old hometown! I actually lived not far from Rook Yard for a few years before moving away from the 'Burgh. Glad to see the WLE is still going strong.
Lucky you! Been wanting to see them for years, glad you enjoyed the video
My video on the Rook Sub took about 4 years to produce. It took a lot of trial and error just because of the terrain. Sometimes you'd see a train once and never catch it because at track speed they can get miles ahead of you.
All part of the fun!!
Awesome Video! As a Current Pennsylvanian Myself Born and raised, I am Proud to say that this State has Many amazing Railroad Opportunities! Raging from Class 1s, Class 2s, Class 3s, And even Tucked in Generic Tourist lines! I always have the Motto that Every Railroad is different in their own way, It can be in Power wise, Scenery, Trackage and Miles owned, and Even Managment. Your content is always a way to showcase that, Many good RRs here! Thanks for visiting the Keystone state man, Happy to have you!
Really appreciate the kind words, you're not wrong about your home state. There is a reason I've visited PA twice now, it is likely the best state for railfanning I've been to thus far. Take full advantage of it!
@@FloridaRailfan I will, Thanks for the Comment!
Very well done!🚂🚂
Appreciate it!
Outstanding video and thanks for sharing. Dave
Thank you!
Lots Of Nice Catches
Indeed, Pittsburgh is full of good opportunity
Cool video bud! You did well on the Wheeling, we definitely share love for that piece of railroad because I try hitting it every time I’m out there! Well done!
Appreciate it! Feel like it’s one of those RR’s where you’ll never see the same thing twice, definitely interested in returning to find out
@@FloridaRailfan oh for sure, I’ve waited in Avella a few times for 218, one time I waited an hour and a half, one time I waited four hours, one time they came in before sunrise and didn’t know it. Very gratifying when it works out though, lol.
@@trainutjob as with any chase, the unknown is half the fun!
Nice Video 👍
Thank you!
3:20. That dear almost ate it.
Ha, that deer at about 3:22 had a death wish.
I thought I was about to witness something I didn't want to...
Very entertaining video!
I appreciate that!
I have some tips in case you come back. A good chase spot on the Conemaugh line is Harmar Township to Creighton. There's also a big bridge for Canadian National.
I’d always love to come back, will take note. Thank you for the help!!
@@FloridaRailfan no problem
Love those restored EMDs....
A real treat to chase!
Allegheny Commons is on the North Side of Pittsburgh
Nice video!
Thanks!
Your welcome @@FloridaRailfan!
I see 218 quite often I’ll have to check that one spot to see if you left your scanner there
That would be GREAT, still haven't gotten a new one....Would be quite funny if you found it
Coming to my area from Florida I see
Ha, consider yourself lucky! It was quite a fun day
Caroad Express needs to man up and get a actual bell on that SD60.
The crazy horn made up for it
@@FloridaRailfan good old conrail S3 😁
bruh you lost the scanner?