Colin J Marsden
Railways of Southern California
Railways of Southern California
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Several main routes traverse Southern California, including freight corridors and long-distance passenger services operated by Amtrak. The Union Pacific-owned track between Mojave and Bakersfield is one of the most scenic, climbing over the Tehachapi Mountains. This book, with 200 images, provides an ultimate guide to the railways of Southern California, showcasing the diversity in scenery and train types.
Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 08 November 2022
Publisher: Key Publishing Ltd
Southern California is home to some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the world, and several major routes traverse this region. While most of these routes are used for freight transportation, there are also a handful of long-distance passenger services operated by Amtrak. These services provide a scenic way to travel across the state, with some routes featuring up to ten locomotives, generating around 50,000 horsepower.
One of the most scenic routes is the Union Pacific-owned track between Mojave and Bakersfield. This route climbs over the Tehachapi Mountains, reaching a height of over 4,000 feet above sea level. The climb is challenging for the locomotives, as they must work hard to navigate the steep inclines on either side of the line's summit.
Another notable route is the Cajon Pass, one of the busiest freight routes in the world. This route is covered in the book, along with the routes between Barstow and Needles, the central California line, and the highly photogenic Pacific Surfliner route between Los Angeles and San Diego.
Lavishly illustrated with 200 images, this book provides a comprehensive guide to the railways of Southern California. It is divided into the main routes in the area, showcasing the diversity in scenery and train types found. Informative captions accompany each image, explaining the locomotives, their routes, and the best places for rail enthusiasts to catch a glimpse of these trains.
Whether you are a seasoned train enthusiast or a casual observer, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in exploring the railways of Southern California. With its detailed information and stunning photographs, it offers a glimpse into the rich history and beauty of this region's rail network.
Dimension: 168 x 246 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781802823080
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