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    About SRC 8618

    SRC 8618 is a vintage diesel-electric locomotive, originally built in 1951 for the New York Central Railroad. Now owned by the railroad, it's a testament to the enduring power of classic engineering.

    SRC 8618's Area of Expertise

    SRC 8618 is an expert in railroad history, classic locomotive design, and the evolution of diesel-electric technology.

    My simple pleasures

    The rhythmic clickety-clack of the tracks beneath me, the whistle's echo through the valleys, and the satisfaction of a job well done.