N&W 611 - The Roanoker - 2017 Greensboro Trips

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On a very cold and wet weekend, Norfolk and Western 4-8-4 #611 powered "The Roanoker" excursion between Greensboro, NC and Roanoke, VA. This was a repeat of last year's (2016) popular trip which traveled over the former Southern mainline from Greensboro to Hurt, VA, and then headed west on the former Virginian Railway to Roanoke. The rain really added to the atmosphere as 611 put on an amazing show both days.
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April 22-23, 2017

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[@nashthebaker9338]

Listening to that train accelerate from a stop sounds like cannons going off. That’s one powerful beast!

[@norskviking9410]

611 here she comes, speeding down the track, with 20 shining coaches shes pulling in the back! yeseree its a sight to see, a MOVING PIECE OF HISTORY FOR YOU AND ME!

[@kennethross786]

That may be the best 611 takeoff I've ever seen. 611 is so powerful that wheelslip is usually a problem on launch, but this engineer nailed it - not a trace of wheelslip, and he did it going up a rather obvious grade, too. Top-flight videography, and editing in documenting this trip - I really enjoyed watching and wishing I was trackside myself (I don't really have a "bucket list" per se, but seeing 611 in action would be on it if I had one).

[@flyinhawaiian5848]

One of the most beautiful locomotives ever devised!

[@Blaa_Boi]

Man that shot from 2:53 to 3:20 is apocalyptic, like something from a movie. The roaring bellow of its whistle, the smoke blocking out the trees, all it needed was the diesel on the side to be lifted up from it's tracks and thrown in the air.

[@simongilbert2704]

yes , spot on , i need one ;;

[@elizabethhjenkins6172]

So nice to see and hear a train again. One place where I lived as a child there were train tracks running along the rear of the property and it was such fun to see 5hem and wave at the caboose man. Thanks for a ride down memory lane.

[@ciprianseni3576]

Hello Elizabeth

[@michaelmurphy5029]

That was awesome! Best whistle I've ever heard!

[@Inactivefr610]

It’s good to see that she saw the light to be preserved

[@cheulesyigess1187]

She looks so PROUD for her train!

[@cyril56]

I myself am from Russia, but I admire the railway rolling stock of both America and Europe. In America, there is so much variety of both the railway train itself and the types where it can be photographed. We also have many places in Russia, but the very diversity of the railway rolling stock of its condition leaves much to be desired. You have a great legacy to take care of it. Greetings from Siberia from the employee of railway lines

[@ahoycesko7413]

Totally agree with you. Hello from CR )

[@rahmanaridho]

Can you give me some information about the L class whistle л паровоз (sorry if I'm writing it wrong). What is the musical note, number of note (chime), the chord, size, and everything about the L class whistle.

[@JamesU56]

@@rahmanaridho I believe 611’s current whistle is a Hancock 3 Chime

[@rahmanaridho]

@@JamesU56Thanks, wait. so, it is the same whistle that being use on big boy and living legend? And perhaps also daylight? And btw I found out that Russian L class locomotive whistle was the same whistle as SP 5 chime dessert whistle a.k.a. the star brass 5 chime.

[@KlaxontheImpailr]

Thank you for the compliment. I recently learned about the railways run by children under adult supervision and I think that’s a great idea, I wish we could do something similar here in the states.

[@JJZBULLITT109]

What a machine, one of the sleekest locomotives there is!

[@denisedavis5821]

I love the 611 ! The whistle is so unique and the lines of the engine so sexy.

[@AirchimeLTDproductions174]

How majestic!! All the pulling done with steam!!

[@iceberg220]

Like many others, I had the privilege of seeing the 611's first trip after being restored, from NC to Roanoke VA; unforgettable!

[@san-chil]

Always something magical and mystical about steam engines.

[@alan_mythicalgnome]

611 is gorgeous. What a loco! I'm seeing these from the UK. I must come and see it for real.

[@billhoward7354]

I have only seen this loco in the photo's of O Winston Link so to actually know it is preserved and to see it running is wonderful. Fantastic film and sound. 21 coaches must be close to 900tons. Thank you again

[@gordonsnell6735]

My favorite locomotive, good old N&W 611 😊😊 I LOVE that deep whistle too 😊😊

[@arupnath3477]

Very nice view..

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Very nice view..

[@That_Thicc_Cat]

Same

[@cjdavis2684]

I not only love the look of this engine but I love the sound of its whistle did hear that first thing in the morning or during the night would be so awesome and it's also really great to see it without a diesel attached to it really let you see what it look like when these trains were the king of the rails and running all around.

[@paulwojnar2291]

Absolutely one of the most beautiful and iconic locomotives in history. Amen!

[@thomast8539]

At 2:47, you just know that this is a girl that speaks her mind, so just be thankful and hang on her every word.

[@MrFreshbreeze50EnjoyLife]

Be still my heart! Awesome engine! Excellent videography! Thanks for sharing. Made my day.

[@jameshill1740]

Its magnificent to watch. Nothing compares to standing nearby as it passes by. Nothing!

[@organbuilder272]

That start-up is absolutely beautiful. Amazing shot. This is the real sound and sight of a working locomotive. Long may 611 survive even of only at strasberg.

[@Stephhhhyyy]

Thank you for letting us experience these moments through this video. Absolutely stunning

[@ibizenco]

What a machine. And the sound is just perfect. :))

[@thecarolinianrailfan8339]

This is one of the best #611 videos that I've ever seen.

[@pipesmoker4238]

2 steam engines.....

[@TrainTrackTrav]

Wow! A great video of "The Queen". She was sounding good and working hard. Looks like she had a nice rake of coaches. And the best part, no diesel assist. Thanks for sharing.

[@1940limited]

Definitely. No diesel asist is always best.

[@baritonebynight]

Yes...no ugly diesel needed here.!

[@JumpingFlapjack]

This beautyful old Lady is powerful enough to drive alone without diesel assist :)

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[@MasterTech396]

From what I’ve heard the diesels are only there to give electrical power to the cars.

[@Buynot]

I love that stack talk at the beginning!

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Looks powerful

[@travelingtom923]

3:09 is epic. Would like to see the reaction of someone who never seen a working steam locomotive before.

[@dissilymordentroge5818]

My 3 year old grandson who’d never seen a steam engine other than in videos was terrified. “Grandpa, it’s going to explode” as he hid behind me.

[@subweekend]

Wow! Me too. I wonder there is no open fire out in the air :))) Greets from Russia.

[@billsanders5067]

In the late 1940's everybody in town would come down to the train station to see the first streamliner come thru. Please see Willie Nelson's song "Texas 1947".

[@musiccollector]

What an immense loss for them.

[@Gabriel-he6ih]

I would be amazed I did see a lot of diesel and electric trains pass by but never have I ever seen a steamer pass by

[@michaelstrains4014]

The steak talk at the beginning is just the most beautiful thing.

[@KflanntheRailfan]

I went to see her in her first trip to manassas VA back in 2015 or 14. Can’t remember, very impressive Locomotive glad I finally got to see her. Hope to find time to see 611 again and or she can hit the main line one day again in the future.

[@JoshuaW]

What a beautiful piece of machinery. I can just imagine, as she comes along the wooded grade, exhaust billowing, a post apocalyptic transport system being reborn.

[@billwilliams7566]

This is a great video of one of the finest steam locomotives of all time. Thanks for posting. :)

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Hey stranger.... We'll probably never meet but : Take a deep breathe and let your anxiety dissolve, clean your mind. You deserve happiness. May you and your family spend a great time in this life......

[@brianfalzon6739]

Would be awesome if 1551 can run excursions from Sugarcreek, Ohio to Roanoke and Charlottesville, Virginia, Greensboro, Raleigh, Old Ford, Asheville, Cary, Charlotte and Spencer, NC in the future.

[@VincesArtDesigns]

One of the best videos I have EVER WATCHED!

[@giniwalters8401]

I sure do love a steam locomotive!!! Love the sound of the whistle!!! I could sit and watch and listen to a steam locomotive all day long!!!

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[@vijay.kragavan1145]

Rich photography. Background scenery. Inside of locomotive. With dark smoke. Very nice

[@stephenstewart9242]

Boy, I sure do lv America & just lookin at this 611 just proves it !

[@christopherkingsland4604]

Brings tears to my eyes!

[@One_KHRN]

These trains are just Masterpieces!

[@AutismTakesOn]

This is awesome. I saw it in Strasburg when I went to their train museum. I just put the video about it up on my channel. I was so excited to see it in Strasburg that I put it on my thumbnail for my video. Thanks for sharing.

[@vishwajitpawar4076]

Nice vedio with wonderful showcase of landscapes. Lovely black beauty steam engine. Thanks.

[@nickelplatenerd6989]

I like the steam's wispiness on the cylinders.

[@Trains4you]

Beautiful trein and sound!

[@jazzykingjack2846]

Love the snorting that steam locomotives like this make. I wish I could live in a small house just a little ways from a line that has steam locomotives still in service.

[@ddkoda7412]

Well done! Very professional. It's always good to see the 611 in action. No stress no strain. Good vantage points (not too close).

[@heronimousbrapson863]

Magnificent locomotive!

[@XCrawlFan]

Oh, the lovely sound.

[@bluemomo65]

Very beautiful steam locomotive! Thumbs up 👍👍👍 Greetings from Tokyo Japan :-)

[@alanwilson2897]

Glad to have discovered this, I was on the last Birmingham to Chattanooga run after N&W had decided to shut it down and retire it, glad they brought it back for more to enjoy.

[@The.Real.Timmii]

3:00 wow what a beautiful shot of her rolling steam!

[@ManojKumar-sx6vg]

Best steam engine sound captured ever. The first clip.

[@organbuilder272]

Can you imagine someone who was unaware of the resurgence of Steamers driving up to the crossing ((@5:25) hearing the whistle and seeing this apparition come pounding along the tracks. If he was old enough, likely he would think he was seeing a ghost or time had reversed. Stunning shot.

[@nancyharman4795]

I was waiting near the Cambria crossing in Christiansburg VA for 611 to pass -- a woman tapped my shoulder and asked what was going on, said she saw the crowd, but didn't know why we were all there. I told her 611, and she RAN to her car to grab her tablet to film it! Just blundered into that incredible experience! 😺💕🐾

[@bigtex144]

The first minute and 20 seconds. Wow. Steam engine displays don't get much more incredible than that. Amazing shot.

[@k9cop68]

Love it when the old train is purely under the engines own power!

[@Spamcan81]

Awesome loco and awesome stack talk.

[@jermained2249]

This train rolled through Danville va what a beauty she is

[@armenio1947]

Great video, excellent work. Thank so much for sharing.

[@saulmartinez4554]

FANTASTIC ...GOOD. MEMORIES. VERY NICE ! ENJOYED THIS. GOOD JOB. THANK YOU FOR SHARING AND KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK 👍

[@greatamtrakrailwaystudios4678]

No diesel power needed! That is one powerful beast!

[@WadcaWymiaru]

Nothing compare to electric engine roar...

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[@octopus1066]

she's the queen of the tails. No electric engine no diesel. she will show from time to time that she got it still for those hills.

[@megatwingo]

Amazing and beautiful locomotive well filmed. Cool pipe sounds. Thumbs up! :) Greetings Mega

[@09JDCTrainMan]

The peak of steam design and my favorite of the 4-8-4s

[@VincesArtDesigns]

There is something so special about a steam locomotive. Just think, scenes like at 3:09 we just normal back then. Like how we see Diesels today is how people saw steam locomotives back then. What was once “normal” is now something so so special and eye popping!

[@norskviking9410]

Love those "fallen flag,Rainebow" trains! coaches from different railroads! Wish i was riding on it, as far as the video, Great action shots,, thumbs up!!!

[@seetharamaraju9012]

Very nice to see and remembering my old days

[@AmericanRailfan-gb8oq]

I was there when she wen't on this trip, and caught her pulling into Roanoke Virginia, and at Hurt, VA.

[@shabbirpatel6771]

OLD IS ALWAYS EVER GOLD

[@SUPERWILLO]

I saw this beast in person but never got to see it running. This is so cool!

[@m611martin]

Out of all the trips that I've chased since the 611's rebirth in 2015, the Greensboro-Roanoke trips were my favorites. Great sound and video!

[@KITLEVEY]

A Most Dignified Beast !!

[@marycalligan4778]

I just love these trains,, I would like to ride on one of these trains.

[@nicolasgoldring7128]

With that streamlined appearance, you know its top speeds are mind-blowing.

[@mattjohnston7686]

110mph on flat tracks

[@thunderbird1921]

Here's the crazy part: Nobody knows for sure just how fast 611 can go. One of her sister engines was taken up to 110 MPH during testing, but if I remember correctly it was during World War II and the engine tested didn't have full streamlining yet (611, built in 1950, had full streamlining from the day she rolled out of the shop). As a result, full streamlining might make her even faster, perhaps 115-120. But no one can say for sure, as she's never been run at "full throttle".

[@arupnath3477]

Coal Smoking.. Steam Locomotive view is very nice. Our Traditional Engine always remember to past.

[@mohammedahsan86]

What a beautiful peace of engineering

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[@javanbirdbluerusselling5285]

Absolutely incredible!! Pure music and poetry in motion!!!!!

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She's GORGEOUS!!! She rolling down

[@toddamtmann2956]

Beautiful engine.

[@StefanUlbricht]

Wonderful video! There is nothing else than a hard working steam locomotive! 👍

[@kuznebzov]

amazing beautiful machine💗💗💗 I hope one day to see a similar one!

[@robertocorradi7571]

Great filming . Thank you very much

[@robertmohler9219]

It is a real shame that Wick Morman left the company so soon and the new steam program died with it. Are there any people working their way up in the company that have the dedication of the Claytor brothers?

[@brianlowe7608]

I think we've gone backwards from this

[@mauricemiller2107]

I agree

[@smoke-tuner777]

Diesel: Hi Grandpa Steam: Oh Hi Young Man

[@mattdotsonrailfanproductio266]

That stack talk at the beginning is amazing

[@chaosdemonwolf1]

Ah back in the day when train travel was a magical thing.......................

[@RandomRetroTrainGuy82]

5:39 favorite part of the whistle.

[@ColAngus]

Boy....she can pull! What a beaut :)

[@euclideszoto997]

Magnificent!

[@jtbassgambler2594]

This is very beautiful locomotive

[@NosTrilhos]

Perfect!!! The best

[@josephfoster3819]

I live in nc , I would have loved to see this in person !

[@semimiller7609]

i love the powerfull thumps the stack emmits, like its something unworldy powerfull

[@abdulrasheeds1060]

Beauty at its best... Love to be in... ❤❤

[@florianchurch]

There is something heroic on this train. Fascinating movie.

[@saintleger858]

Magnifique locomotive, bravo et merci!!

[@brianblainemn]

I like when I see a stream engine pulling a big load without any diesel electric in the mix. Way to go 611

[@tdog-jy1pp]

dang i wish steam trains would run through my town that would be awesome to see those things