Okay, the drivers in sync with the William Tell is adorable. What a gorgeous engine! And she's not just being dragged; she's working. She just has to have a PTC escort for the mainlines.
This is awesome. I saw the 611 in Strasburg when I went to their train museum. I just put the video about it up on my channel. I was so excited to see it in Strasburg that I put it on my thumbnail for my video. Thanks for sharing.
Dino Zilic yes. The locomotive is in the back shop getting its annual inspections. 611 is scheduled to come out on Friday September 27th, 2019 for its first weekend of operation.
611 will most likely not have PTC installed because she’s mainly used on NS owned trackage and does not travel far like that unless she is accompanied by another locomotive. Besides, I don’t think that 611 will be going back to Strasburg again so it’s a really nice opportunity to see her there for people who can’t.
Its a shame that 611 arrived early but can't run yet until September 27 a month from now since 1 it needs to get its yearly inspection and 2 the Strasburg needs to do the finishing touches on 475's rebuild that'll hopefully be done in the next few weeks but I can't agree this is how it all goes and it's my job to not get in the way of it and just be patience like everyone else
Great intro. I assume no cameras where harmed in the filming. I appreciate your time and effort to record these historic trains. Thanks for sharing. Dave
From what I know, the 611 excursion program was cancelled in Roanoke due to Amtrak's protest that she could not run on the same tracks due to her lack of ATC. Go figure. Hence, pulling her with modern diesels makes perfect sense. God forbid, that you have a renegade steam locomotive out there!
If you mean over NS trackage it was just delayed constantly by other traffic, if you mean how slowly it moved over Strasburg track it's because they were being very cautious with such a large locomotive on their track, that's why you hear all the creaking towards the end of the video where I'm focusing on the wheels
They're not that tired or old. Strasburg has a reputation of - in Kelly Anderson's words - over maintaining the railroad and using higher grade rail than what would ever be needed
611's tender contains coal and water. They also brought their Canteen tender as well, which provides additional water tanks. The canteen might not be needed at Strasburg since the line is fairly short with services along the way.
@@renegadeoflife87 right but her canteen tender is still at Strasburg it's been shunted to the siding with the extra cars next to where the schooter rentals used to be
rwam chubb She will be at Strasburg for all of September and part of October before packing for home. As of right now she is in the big engine house at Strasburg.
@@JasonSchaedlerVideos I think 611 did an excursion through ex- NKP rails through Erie and upstate NY. I think there is also a TH-cam video about that certain trip.
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Doesn't have PTC equipment, which has become required on Class 1 right of ways like Norfolk Southern. Plus it helped stretch her fuel and water supplies so she wouldn't have to stop to pick up water along the way, letting the diesels do most of the work like that. Still, be glad that she's on the move at all. Because more than a few major railroads have become hostile to steam preservation and will not let the engines run on their track at all, they can only be taken dead in tow between groups of diesels.
@@renegadeoflife87 Don't forget about that worthless bunch of government-mandated shit, PTC. Desk jockeys are a cancer to real workin' folk! Especially desk jockeys who work for the government!
611 has been back in service for a few years now. Was resurrected for 21st century steam and ran a few seasons before that program ended. 1218's boiler needs major work to be done before she could even try to steam again. All new firebox and flues required, and the engine has been sitting so long that bearing work would be necessary to revive it. They barely can find places to operate the 611, so there is no plans to restore 1218 to operation anytime soon since it would be even harder to find routes for.
@@renegadeoflife87 Especially with that one-way asshole, Squires at the helm of NS corporate. I hear the rest of the board is just about done with his bullshit.
Great video 2 of my favorite locomotives but as always 89 looks sad.. stop catering to the foamers and bring back her Blount/SRC look that she carried longer!
huh diesles? why the blazeblue blue blazes in sam hill arent they letting her run on her own, 611 is a thoroughbreed and has more power they those diesels do on a per unit basis she has 5000 hp if its about he terrain actually vs 4400. or is this about fuel savings
Doesn't have PTC equipment, which has become required on Class 1 right of ways like Norfolk Southern. Plus it helped stretch her fuel and water supplies so she wouldn't have to stop to pick up water along the way, letting the diesels do most of the work like that. Still, be glad that she's on the move at all. Because more than a few major railroads have become hostile to steam preservation and will not let the engines run on their track at all, they can only be taken dead in tow between groups of diesels.
Trainlover123 #TrainsRock 475 is currently undergoing a rebuild. 611 is actually having her annual inspection while at Strasburg and in late September/October when 475 is ready, they will be pulling a number of excursions
Okay, the drivers in sync with the William Tell is adorable. What a gorgeous engine!
And she's not just being dragged; she's working. She just has to have a PTC escort for the mainlines.
Yep, my buddy was engineer taking the train from Vardo to Enola. There were times he backed off and let the 611 run. 😁
Nice sync between 611's drivers with the William Tell music as she crossed the bridge.
This is awesome. I saw the 611 in Strasburg when I went to their train museum. I just put the video about it up on my channel. I was so excited to see it in Strasburg that I put it on my thumbnail for my video. Thanks for sharing.
Great video. I loved the video intro. Nice job....
What a Shot @ 3:20 when it went across the Susquehanna!
Awesome video of 611 👍
The Strasburg Railroad is one of my favourite steam heritage Railroads and 611 is also one of my favourites.
She’s so beautiful, I can’t wait to see her soon!
Love your shots!
At about 7:30 did you see the old Amish guy hiding behind the tree wondering what year it is.
actually its 8:30
So the engine is now stationed on Strasburg?
Dino Zilic yes. The locomotive is in the back shop getting its annual inspections. 611 is scheduled to come out on Friday September 27th, 2019 for its first weekend of operation.
Will Enkulenko well then I suppose I should make another trip there to see the engine live must be so cool.
The best part is at 1:26 when some random foamer yells at the engineer to blow the whistle.
What is a foamer.
@@barrycarlisle8206 You really don't need to know, and you don't want to.
No video cameras or smartphones were harmed in the making of this video.
This reminds me of the scene in The "Chattanooga Choo Choo" where the Model A on the tracks brings Mr. Waters' Pants to him.
Cool how it goes right through the battlefield
Diesel engines pulling steamies is just disappointing
611 Doesn't have PTC so NS had no other choice
Why don't they put PTC in 611 so she can run under her own power next time she's in Strasburg?
611 will most likely not have PTC installed because she’s mainly used on NS owned trackage and does not travel far like that unless she is accompanied by another locomotive. Besides, I don’t think that 611 will be going back to Strasburg again so it’s a really nice opportunity to see her there for people who can’t.
she was pushing the diesels not being pulled.
611 doubleheading with 89? Well done!! Very impressed!
611 needs to double head with her sister 475 considering they're both Norfolk and western.
@@blackpanther1013 agree
They did 2 times 1 in 2019 with 475 disguised as 382 and in 2021 for a run
Very nice, Jason. You got some creative angles. I liked the shot crossing the PA state line, among others.
Nice video. Liked the drone shot at Columbia.
Lone Ranger rides again.. My favorite steam Loco. Was in Spenser NC this past week.
Very nicely done!!
Thank you for this. I enjoyed it very much.
Its a shame that 611 arrived early but can't run yet until September 27 a month from now since 1 it needs to get its yearly inspection and 2 the Strasburg needs to do the finishing touches on 475's rebuild that'll hopefully be done in the next few weeks but I can't agree this is how it all goes and it's my job to not get in the way of it and just be patience like everyone else
611 went early because she's having her annual inspection done at the Strasburg Railroad this year.
@@peterrosenquist I know that
Nice catch; could have done without the music though. Didn't even see the Lone Ranger ! Move into Strasburg was awesome. Love that 611.
Great intro. I assume no cameras where harmed in the filming. I appreciate your time and effort to record these historic trains. Thanks for sharing. Dave
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Where you at the Red Caboose Motel too?
"I don't think those cows go 50mph."
From what I know, the 611 excursion program was cancelled in Roanoke due to Amtrak's protest that she could not run on the same tracks due to her lack of ATC. Go figure. Hence, pulling her with modern diesels makes perfect sense. God forbid, that you have a renegade steam locomotive out there!
Neat intro
Great job! Do you happen to know why she was moving so slowly?
If you mean over NS trackage it was just delayed constantly by other traffic, if you mean how slowly it moved over Strasburg track it's because they were being very cautious with such a large locomotive on their track, that's why you hear all the creaking towards the end of the video where I'm focusing on the wheels
I was at Tweetsie Railroad for rail heritage weekend when I watched this
What soundtrack is that at 3:18
Does anybody know that if 611 has Ptc yet? I know they are looking to put it in?
A lot of weight on those tired old rails.
They're not that tired or old. Strasburg has a reputation of - in Kelly Anderson's words - over maintaining the railroad and using higher grade rail than what would ever be needed
Anyone know if the railroad gap thru Gettysburg is still used?
Does it have a water tender? Cause it's still at Strasburg in the yard, I dont think 611 is there herself tho
611's tender contains coal and water. They also brought their Canteen tender as well, which provides additional water tanks. The canteen might not be needed at Strasburg since the line is fairly short with services along the way.
@@renegadeoflife87 right but her canteen tender is still at Strasburg it's been shunted to the siding with the extra cars next to where the schooter rentals used to be
2:00 - nothing to see here, just your typical GE garbage trying be steam locomotive...
Impostor Lol!!
Came for 89 idk what y’all are all excited about
Evan G 611
Southern Railway Wooooshhhh
Evan G are you serious dude?!
Evan g r\woosh rot in hell
They need to fix that highest note.
Is it there now? I'm going out that way for vacation this week.
It's there, but not sure if you'll be able to see it
Jason Schaedler You won’t see it. It’s in the engine shop behind the shed where 89, 90, and 475 are parked.
Jason Schaedler You won’t see it. It’s in the engine shop behind the shed where 89, 90, and 475 are parked.
Just drove by. It's outside so I can get a few pics. 😀
When does she leave for home or did she already leave?
rwam chubb She will be at Strasburg for all of September and part of October before packing for home. As of right now she is in the big engine house at Strasburg.
NICE!
Why is it being towed?
6IX 5IVE 4OUR No PTC and their is not enough fire in the firebox.
@@MackeyBigBoy4014 What?
Awesome video!
When you realize both of those diesels could be in full emergency brake mode and the 611 can still be accelerating.
Railroad xing and cow xing lol!
Which way is 611 going home?
Strasburg railroad
I found a 1950s Norfolk and Western Railroad spike
Nice catch!
Why has 611 been moved to Strasburg?
Richard Salt FRA Inspection and excursions planned at Strasburg.
@@MackeyBigBoy4014 Many thanks. It's comforting to know that the UK isn't the only place were officialdom inspects steam locomotives.
First time I have seen a J class in Pennsylvania.
First time anyone has seen a J class in Pennsylvania
@@JasonSchaedlerVideos I don't think so. N&W 611 went through northwest Pa sometime in the late 70's or early 80's if I recall.
@@PhotographerPhilosophy I know it went up to Ohio, but I'm not sure it's ever been in PA
@@JasonSchaedlerVideos I think 611 did an excursion through ex- NKP rails through Erie and upstate NY. I think there is also a TH-cam video about that certain trip.
@@PhotographerPhilosophy that would be really interesting if true
Why did it go to strasburg?
Zach Solberg FRA inspection and excursions planned at Strasburg.
Thanks
Cool video
Awesome video Jason!
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I love steam power and tbe sounds, but 611s driver needs to give the whistle a rest.
omnominous Why? I would be laying the whistle if I had the honor to drive her. She hasn’t moved in a while.
611 hasn’t run all year.
Sounds like you need to lay off all that whine.
I was there that day
So, why is it being drug by diesels?
Doesn't have PTC equipment, which has become required on Class 1 right of ways like Norfolk Southern. Plus it helped stretch her fuel and water supplies so she wouldn't have to stop to pick up water along the way, letting the diesels do most of the work like that.
Still, be glad that she's on the move at all. Because more than a few major railroads have become hostile to steam preservation and will not let the engines run on their track at all, they can only be taken dead in tow between groups of diesels.
@@renegadeoflife87 Don't forget about that worthless bunch of government-mandated shit, PTC. Desk jockeys are a cancer to real workin' folk! Especially desk jockeys who work for the government!
when did they bring her 611 out of mothball? and what about 1218? 🙄 what say ye!
1218 will never run again Norfolk Southern could care less about steam
611 has been back in service for a few years now. Was resurrected for 21st century steam and ran a few seasons before that program ended.
1218's boiler needs major work to be done before she could even try to steam again. All new firebox and flues required, and the engine has been sitting so long that bearing work would be necessary to revive it. They barely can find places to operate the 611, so there is no plans to restore 1218 to operation anytime soon since it would be even harder to find routes for.
@@renegadeoflife87 Especially with that one-way asshole, Squires at the helm of NS corporate. I hear the rest of the board is just about done with his bullshit.
@@MiddleTennesseeRailProductions I don't know much about who Jim Squires is, but he sounds like one!
@@stuartadamsrailfanningvideos He was. His last day at NS was this past Friday.
Great video 2 of my favorite locomotives but as always 89 looks sad.. stop catering to the foamers and bring back her Blount/SRC look that she carried longer!
Ns gives a well tuned 611
That's not a ferry move. That's a steam locomotive being towed by a diesel.
Or it could be the diesels are being pushed by the steamer.
why did 611 need help from diesel locos? should be able to run on her own
Denny MK - does it have PTC?
Fred Stiening The Virginia Museum of Transportation and the Fire Up 611 campaign are still asking for donations to install PTC on 611.
shouldn't have added music, drowned out beautiful sound of the 611 and its horns.
huh diesles? why the blazeblue blue blazes in sam hill arent they letting her run on her own, 611 is a thoroughbreed and has more power they those diesels do on a per unit basis she has 5000 hp if its about he terrain actually vs 4400. or is this about fuel savings
Doesn't have PTC equipment, which has become required on Class 1 right of ways like Norfolk Southern. Plus it helped stretch her fuel and water supplies so she wouldn't have to stop to pick up water along the way, letting the diesels do most of the work like that.
Still, be glad that she's on the move at all. Because more than a few major railroads have become hostile to steam preservation and will not let the engines run on their track at all, they can only be taken dead in tow between groups of diesels.
They should have had 475 get 611 because they’re both n&w
ikr how dare they not?!?
Trainlover123 #TrainsRock 475 is currently undergoing a rebuild. 611 is actually having her annual inspection while at Strasburg and in late September/October when 475 is ready, they will be pulling a number of excursions
I know I found that out couple minutes after I posted that
@@alexcouto5900 will 475 be ready in late September say September 30th
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I still can't understand why Norfolk Southern thinks 611 needs help! Get those ugly diesels out of there.
Joseph Navratil Fuel conservation and no PTC.
PTC???
@@TheBaritoneCrooner "Positive Train Control"=PTC
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Lone Ranger rides again.. My favorite steam Loco. Was in Spenser NC this past week.
Lone Ranger rides again.. My favorite steam Loco. Was in Spenser NC this past week.