[6r][4k] Hot Rails, BNSF Southern Transcon, Needles Subdivision, CA 06/25+26/2019

Hot... are not only the temperatures in California's Mojave Desert, but also the rails of the BNSF Southern Transcon. The Needles Subdivision, which is featured in this video, sees among the heaviest railroad traffic in the entire US. More than 70 trains traverse the desert and mountains on this section of the southern transcontinental railroad. We follow this line westward from Needles, CA to Barstow, CA, 167 track miles. Enjoy!

[@MichaelRankin70ad]

I love It when you come west.. Big trains, long trains and lots of Horse Power. Plus I love the desert, when I was a young buck I use to race in the desert and especially the Barstow to Vegas race. So good on ya that you show us lonesome train lovers in Southern Cal some of the good stuff.

[@mbmars01]

Great you enjoyed it! I'm happy I finally managed to do the SoCal railfanning trip, which had been on my list for a long time. There's a lot more video that still needs to be produced. It was a great excursion!

[@tonyschulz3558]

I must admit I never tire from watching the monumental amounts of HP running the sheer volumes of stock across the US. Fantastic video

[@mbmars01]

It can be somewhat annoying if the trains are very slow and it takes 10 minutes for them to pass by, but some of the very long trains are amazing and one keeps wondering how this works, particularly in the mountains.

[@tonyschulz3558]

mbmars01 One of the roads I take can take up to 15 mins for a 100 wagon coal train to run through as it’s uphill and they get down to about 30km/h

[@mickboakes7023]

Another great video. You are without doubt my favourite rail site. A nice mix of trains and scenery. Always looking forward to the next one. Thank you. Be safe, all the best Mick.🇬🇧

[@mbmars01]

Many thanks for your nice feedback, Mick. It's really nice to have friends in the UK who like watching the videos of (primarily) US trains on my channel.

[@RailfanTurner]

Terrific catches/power/meets! Amazing desert/mountain scenery in the background!

[@mbmars01]

Thanks :)

[@Russian862]

Красвые поезда. Чувствуется дух и характер американских поездов. Приятно смотреть.

[@mbmars01]

Great you like these trains!

[@thenightraven60]

KZbin stopped showing your vids, so i came and found you. Great vid as always.

[@mbmars01]

Thanks so much. Well, KZbin changes their video suggestion algorithm frequently. Thus, it's best to turn on "Notifications" (the bell) and you'll never miss a video. I also promote my new videos on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter so it's easy to keep yourself updated.

[@iusetano]

Fantastic shots. Lots of unimpeded long range views. Excellent video.

[@mbmars01]

I always try to find locations that allow for long shots and in the desert region that's not too difficult. Good you enjoyed the video!

[@ROBERTOCARRILLORAILFAN]

THAT SUCH FRIEND, THANK YOU ALSO FOR THIS SUPER VIDEO, GREAT TOMAS, THAT PLACES ARE SO BEAUTIFUL, THANKS FOR SHARING THESE SUPER TRAINS, GREETINGS.

[@mbmars01]

Very cool you like the train videos on this channel!

[@markhayes6407]

Lots of great catches and the clarity is very good as well. It must of been rather hot out there I'm sure. To me this area could be rather boring but your depiction of it made me want to watch all the way to the end. Nice Post!

[@mbmars01]

Many thanks, I'm happy you kept watching. It was definitely hot!

[@lloydgrisham8821]

Very good stuff! You make some of the best train videos out there. Always enjoy. Thank you!!

[@mbmars01]

Thank you very much. I’m happy you enjoy watching them!

[@oldgoat142]

Nice change of scenery my friend, along with yet another great video. Hope you enjoyed your trip and time filming. Always look forward to your uploads!

[@mbmars01]

These trips are always exciting, like an adventure to discover (for me) new ground. I'm happy the video came out well. The sun and the reflections from the bright desert sand make filming somewhat challenging. It's great you like it!

[@carlosfabian6870]

Muy bueno increíble los videos, apesar que Estados Unidos es uno de los países con carga más grande del mundo 🌍 felicitaciones saludos desde Rivera Uruguay

[@mbmars01]

Cool, many thanks! Greetings back! Stay safe.

[@mikehowey4869]

Marvelous video! Always enjoy the desert scenery!!

[@mbmars01]

Cool, thanks. It's definitely a special experience to railfan in the desert. There's no shade...

[@jleveille2]

HI MBMARS THEIR ARE SO MANY THINGS TO LIKE ABOUT THIS VIDEO. i LOVE THE SHOTS WHERE YOU SEE THE FRONT OF THE TRAIN AND LOOK OFF IN THE DISTANCE AND SEE THE END. i LOVE THE SHOTS OF THE TRAINS SHOT IN THE WAVES OF HEAT RISING FROM THE DESERT. i LOVED THE SHOT SHOT WITH THE INTERMODAL ALL WHIT CONTAINERS NEVER SEEN THAT BEFORE. I LOVED THE SHOT OF THE TRAIN THAT WAS GOING FAST NICELY DONE SHOOTING A LITTLE WAYS BACK YOU COULD TELL HOW FAST THE TRAIN WAS GOING. STUPID QUESTION YOU SAID 70 TRAINS WAS THAT IN A WEEK? THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO i ENJOYED IT.

[@mbmars01]

Many thanks. I also think the video has a lot of interesting things to offer. I'm glad you like it! No, the line sees 70+ trains in a 24h period...

[@jamesstallings2007]

Fantastic stuff as always . Thanks so much !!!!!

[@mbmars01]

Thanks for watching :)

[@marshmallw1749]

Hi Mr.Mars, I'm New to your channel and I love it already, I'm OBSESSED with Trains and your channel is the right place to be to watch them. You have the best catches and the best quality. Thank you so much for your best videos, I am blessed. And quick question....Do you wanna be my friend ❤❤❤❤

[@coloradorailfan8310]

Lol that’s me right now

[@marshmallw1749]

@@coloradorailfan8310 I LOVE YOUR PROFILE PICTURE 😍😍😍💘💞❤💘💞💘💞

[@coloradorailfan8310]

Oh thanks! That shot of that train is in one of my videos

[@marshmallw1749]

@@coloradorailfan8310 Well....you just earned yourself a New Subscriber ❤💘💞💘❤💞💘❤

[@coloradorailfan8310]

Oh well thank you!!!!

[@borisobrucicov8630]

This video was awesome. Especially when the two trains meet together in the center of the Crossing Track. Nice catch bro.

[@mbmars01]

Thank you. There will be even more exciting meets in future videos!

[@MrGatesmark]

Always love your forays out west!!

[@mbmars01]

Excellent, thanks!

[@coloradorailfan8310]

Nice video!!👍🏻👍🏻 I love the shot of the grain train in the beginning!!!

[@mbmars01]

Thanks! It's an awesome train - one of my favorites. I've only seen one of those before "live", in Flagstaff, AZ two years ago.

[@coloradorailfan8310]

I passed one in New Mexico once. I wasn’t able to get a video though.

[@coloradorailfan8310]

I just saw two trains like that yesterday! It wasn’t really the same thing though because it was just empty coal. I was happy to get a video and get it uploaded:)

[@jimaz6532]

Nice stuff. Really appreciate seeing those well cars with some awesome motor power. Thanks for sharing. 🚂

[@mbmars01]

You're very welcome!

[@charliepress6629]

Outstanding video!!! Thanks for sharing...

[@mbmars01]

Thanks and keep watching!

[@sgtredbluered3100]

Great videos, as always!

[@mbmars01]

Great, thank you!

[@spacecalander]

Great Video!

[@mbmars01]

Thanks!

[@AustinWesternRailfan]

Awesome video dude

[@mbmars01]

Thank ya!

[@anrails3220]

Awesome video!!!

[@mbmars01]

Thanks! 😊

[@anrails3220]

@@mbmars01 no problem!

[@pnwrailfan9932]

Actually the BNSF Southern Transcon sees over 100 trains a day. I hope to go down there sometime and see as many trains as possible.

[@mbmars01]

The latest 24-hour count I saw was by someone near Williams, AZ. It was something like 76 or so. It fluctuates.

[@TheRebelOfWot]

Great catches and awesome video

[@mbmars01]

Thank you!

[@joshswarens9409]

Great video! Cool shots sir! Keep them coming please sir!

[@mbmars01]

Thanks! I'll do my very best :)

[@joshswarens9409]

@@mbmars01 ok sir!

[@AndreiTupolev]

When there are helpers in mid-train or at the rear, does the crew at the front have any notification of what the other engines are doing? If for instance, one caught fire, would they have any indication of it? Do they know whether they're all delivering power?

[@mbmars01]

The DPUs are controlled by radio and I'm sure there's a data link back to the head unit, so that the engineer gets notice of any irregularity immediately.

[@catpurrson3651]

That first train blew my mind. 9 engines! Do you know how long it was? Awesome video all around.

[@mbmars01]

I wish I knew. I didn't count cars, but someone else might know. These trains are not rare out there. Thank you!

[@Brianrockrailfan]

great video mbmars01 :)

[@mbmars01]

Many thanks!

[@Jacobkorowin4014]

Excellent video! Cool shots sir! Did u go to la on your trip sir? Do u know how fast the trains go out there sir?

[@mbmars01]

Thanks! Yes, I visited San Diego and LA, but didn't railfan there. Rail traffic is typically slow in cities..

[@railyardfilms6491]

Fantastic was heat outrageous in needles

[@mbmars01]

Thanks. The heat was not too bad.

[@andrenewcomb3708]

That's a lot of food!

[@mbmars01]

Yup 😄

[@unionpacificfan3569]

mbmars01 Great Video! I Just Subscribed!

[@mbmars01]

Excellent, thanks!

[@ericdaniel7069]

Is it 70 trains a day, week, month?

[@mbmars01]

Within a 24-hour period.

[@marquestainter4131]

Once again Nice video. You just staying in S. Cal this time, or did you go North?

[@mbmars01]

Thanks. No, I went south from Las Vegas only. NorCal would be worth an own visit at some time in the future.

[@adriansims1596]

@ 14:15 the last engine was wobbling down the track.

[@wfoell]

worn wheels?

[@generosen999]

FNBS !!!

[@denisetindall1487]

I like train videos on KZbin 👍

[@mbmars01]

Cool!

[@RobynKMayo]

That first train was amazing! Why was it so ridiculously long?

[@mbmars01]

I guess, it's actually two trains combined. One crew, two trains - saves the railroad money.

[@Brianrockrailfan]

mbmars01 could you video the f.e.c. railway & virgin trains USA ex brightline please

[@mbmars01]

It's true, I haven't yet actively railfanned in FL. Maybe at some time in the future!

[@denault3985]

Nice and hot...not cool. Welcome to the Mojave Desert in the summertime!

[@mbmars01]

Lol, yep, that's the challenge :)

[@pennywise1281]

Cool

[@mbmars01]

Thanks!

[@philliplee980]

cool.

[@mbmars01]

Good you like it!

[@KB-gs8zi]

OKS !!!! Guess safe to say ,,that first consist was 2 trains tied together with 2 helpers on the rear which all were controlled by the Engineer & Conductor in the front units with all locos remote controlled !! Right ??? Which means less Employees to run the train & NO caboose !!! Sorry to see the cabooses gone & made into Motels & Sleep easys !!KEEP IT SAFE !!!

[@mbmars01]

I think this is the purpose of running these long trains. I will :)

[@KB-gs8zi]

@@mbmars01 Thanks !! KEEP IT SAFE

[@spacecalander]

You i just watched this sub wit h Santa Fe in the 90's, every train seemed to hauling ass . I kinda wish they would have taken the Santa Fe name like UP did.

[@mbmars01]

I'd love to see Santa Fe still roaming the west, not only on my model railroad layout!

[@bigbossrailfanner]

I'm new to your channel and you have some nice trains catches and also you should check out my videos from Hodge, Lenwood and Barstow. I see BNSF trains alot here, this is there main line and I see about if there busy more than 100 trains going by daily with 2 main lines...

[@mbmars01]

Nice! It must be great to live near such a busy line.

[@bigbossrailfanner]

@@mbmars01 yea it is I recorded some bnsf trains yesterday late afternoon

[@mbmars01]

Awesome!