Conway Scenic Railroad (CSRX) discussion thread

[b&m 1566]

That can't be too good, I'm hearing 216 is down right now too. That leaves only the 4266 as backup.

[backroadrails]

The 1751 is being loaned to NHCR since their unit is oos. Also something interesting about the new flat car Conway got a few weeks back, the plow on it is one of the plows for the LVRC Alco's.

[Jonathan]

What's the probability that 7470 will pull the freight train next year?

[Dick H]

I do not know the source, but there is a photo running around the web with
the 501 now parked where the 4268 was parked for many years.

[b&m 1566]

The 1751 is being loaned to NHCR since their unit is oos. Also something interesting about the new flat car Conway got a few weeks back, the plow on it is one of the plows for the LVRC Alco's.

So they really did pickup another box car and a flat car? Are there any pictures or video? I assume this other box car (like the B&M box car) will be for added storage and the flat car (like the bulkhead flat) will be part of the MOW roster. How many cars are left in Whitefield?

[backroadrails]

Yep, a 40’ B&M box with friction bearings and a 40’ flat which I am unsure of the owner.

[b&m 1566]

I'm 99% sure the state owns them, obviously the Conway Scenic now owns the ones they've taken.

[bm1838]

The B&M boxcar is BM 76523, it has roller bearing trucks for anyone who keeps track. The flat is B&M 40' # 33700. They both will be restored to service in coming years! Conway Scenic has got quiet the collection of freight cars now!

Cory

[NHV 669]

Went down the tracks in Whitefield earlier this week, indeed, just the two open hoppers remain, with both carrying LVRC/ST. J reporting marks. I've been told they are of New Haven heritage, ownership seems to be in the air. Unless CSRX can get them, they can't go much farther, both are in poor shape.

[b&m 1566]

New Hampshire Central 360, I know the engine belonged to the military but does anyone know what branch it belonged too and where it operated?

[p42thedowneaster]

Link below says that 360 was the first engine on the NH Central, and was already in use there under North Stratford RR as their #76. Locomotive was ex US Army, but not sure from where. http://nekrailroad.com/NEKOLD/North_Stratford.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[Dick H]

Loco 1751 returned from it's duties on the NH Central RR on the southbound Notch train on 10/6. Thanks to Roman Daniels for this great fall foliage photo.

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[b&m 1566]

I assume they left it on the mainline just west of Fabyan's to be picked up?
Does anyone know if the 470 Club Trip, will go beyond Fabyan's this year?

[ericofmaine]

I won't be there this year, but as I recall, the plan is for Fabyans and that's it.

Eric

[b&m 1566]

So, they even cut out the Redstone portion of it?