FM Morehead City

[@gdholmfirth]

I was over there watching them about the same time as you. Interesting little switching operation they had there. I managed to include something a little similar on my model layout.

[@drby0788]

just a unique style of engines. always admired FM

[@BudmanPackfan]

The FMs are such a fabulous design, just look the role completely. And an epic horn on these switchers! Thanks again for sharing your collection with us!

[@JawTooth]

That was really a cool, rare video.

[@ernestimken6969]

Looks like an H10 or H1244. The rails are in bad shape from the sounds of the sleepers being crushed.

[@fmnut]

H12-44. The track wasn't in the best shape.

[@petedefillipo8852]

I own the #1845 which is the sister unit to the #1852.

[@PorvooModelRailways]

Nice switching action with FM`s. Thanks for sharing.

[@BuckeyeNationRailroader]

Fairbanks Morse, Alco, and Baldwin are the epitiome of Locomotive builders. They should still exist today

[@scotteakins7203]

its a shame FM designs didnt make a bigger impression on RR. their Opposing Piston engines were very fuel efficient. and great power. sad most are gone now. notice white exhaust. not black. complete combustion.

[@Danvers97]

White typically means a head gasket issue. Blue means its burning oil and black means unburnt fuel. Source. I worked on bulldozers for Yancy Caterpillar for a few years. Diesels should under load always puff black smoke unless running a SCR system like def.

[@johnspencer7291]

@@Danvers97 kinda tough to find a head gasket on an opposed piston engine

[@Danvers97]

@@johnspencer7291 thats why I said typically. Its very uncommon to see opposed piston engines now so

[@jamesmark782]

That was a real treat!

[@lawbench191]

Great video!

[@amandajenyns1016]

My granddad would like to get in touch with you. He is the retired president and GM of the NC PR and the BMH. He found you on google and does not use the internet much so please message me with a email he could talk to you through. Thanks!

[@petedefillipo8852]

I own the #1845 which is the sister unit to the #1852.

[@georgejenista9487]

Pete, do you have your FM in active service still?