NEW Coaster Trains and Charger Locomotives

[@RXMattCARailfan]

Great video! Sad to see the F40s go. The Cabcars in the new scheme is a Wrap as you can see the Faded blue coaster paint on the top. But they just testing with it and will put the real paint later on. new seats and other details.

[@trainzguy2472]

Oh, so that's why. I thought someone at the factory forgot to do their job.

[@CoasterFan2105]

You are correct, the 2301 has a wrap. I believe 2302 will be the next one to get a wrap. Thanks for watching!

[@kl6361]

@@CoasterFan2105 Coaster fan I’ve got an idea the Amtrak Capitol corridor and San Joaquin is the Pacific Surfliner In Southern California I want you to send the coaster trains to Northern California and the ace train to Southern California and the Metrolink train in Northern California

[@kl6361]

@@CoasterFan2105 Even the Pacific surfliner to Northern California

[@kl6361]

@@CoasterFan2105 Hey coasterfan can you replace the old cars of the coaster train and the new cars north county transit district

[@spencerhughes2255]

Great work, Mike! So many great shots in this one.

[@thealmightydoge5653]

Hey spencer!!! Large fan of your work, keep it up!

[@ronwong6102]

I got my new coaster sc-44 charger

[@pharoahhooks6179]

You have great videos spencer

[@DianREGIOasis]

Hi, Spencer Hugues👋, it's very okay?

[@CoasterFan2105]

Thanks, Spencer!

[@ethanmitchell6687]

We will all miss the F40PH and the F59PHI

[@amtrakandmetrolinkbnsfprod604]

I know

[@jjxtwo1]

Not all of us. The SC-44 is such a big improvement.

[@Zackman217]

Those guys were great.

[@sebastianfloyd372]

Coaster Sold Their F40s To The Pacific Southwest Railway Museum

[@amtrakandmetrolinkbnsfprod604]

@@sebastianfloyd372 where is that at

[@fortworthemergencyresponse5305]

The new coaster scheme is on point. The charger is looking good along with the bi-level cars. Good catches and good video. 👍👌

[@WesternOregonRailfan]

Like the new paint scheme really like the new inside We’re all gonna miss the F40’s

[@lucastherailfanningferret6910]

:(

[@TheAustinSubRailfan]

I’m gonna miss them too :( especially the k5la’s on the f40’s

[@CoasterFan2105]

New scheme looks good, but I will miss the old. I’m just happy the F40s are going to a good home.

[@WesternOregonRailfan]

@@CoasterFan2105 where are they being sold to

[@TheAustinSubRailfan]

It’s good to know that f40’s are not all gonna get scraped

[@Railviation]

Awesome video CF! I was railfanning yesterday for the Coaster Chargers and the horn was really powerful that made the ground shake!

[@CoasterFan2105]

Thank you! Yes, the horns are very loud!

[@ryansrailfanning]

@@LJRailfan-Gamer_07. LOL, agreed

[@railwaysfan92]

Thanks Mike. The new paint scheme looks beautiful and the charger locomotive seems to be a good efficient one.

[@pacificostudios]

NCTD just started its Winter 2021 schedule, and in the process greatly INCREASED the frequencies of Coasters. More than 30 trains a day on weekdays, and more than 20 trains a day on weekends. All this because NCTD finally has enough locos to pull all these trains, and so much of the line is double track now.

[@adianchowdhury9016]

it gets even better when you consider the rail-to-rail program with the Surfliner; with a day/month pass, you get an additional 22 trains daily, albeit with service only to Solana Beach and Oceanside from San Diego

[@TrainsDirectVictoria]

To be honest it looks really nice! I’m happy coaster is finally upgrading. Yes it’s sad to see the old locos go but eventually it has to happen. Anyway great video as usual mike 👍

[@CoasterFan2105]

I agree! Thanks for watching!

[@nolantherailfan5048]

@@CoasterFan2105 people say the SC44 is ugly but I like the look of it

[@kl6361]

@@CoasterFan2105 I felt sad because the F40 is gone 😥😥😥😭😭😭😭😭

[@gnnascarfan2410]

@@nolantherailfan5048 Trust me, by the time the 2040s come along and the SC-44's get replaced everyone is going to miss them.

[@WaynoGur]

When I lived in San Diego I would regularly take the coaster to Encinitas. I loved it.

[@RandomRailfan828]

The paint schemes on the cars look amazing I’m going to miss the older locomotives and paint schemes but the new chargers and the new paint schemes look amazing

[@Zackman217]

I love the new look Coster is taking. The coach cars look more cleaner both the interior and exterior. And as much as I’m liking the new SC-44’s I still miss the F40PH’s and F59PHI’s.

[@TripleMofficial15]

The chargers are now my type of locomotives, the future is coming :)

[@CoasterFan2105]

Thanks for watching!

[@dannywilliamson3340]

I would sure like to hear a Charger idling up close. That huge Cummins has got to be different.

[@MistuhKayTrains]

R.I.P F40PH and F59PHI You will be missed 😢

[@CoasterFan2105]

The F40s will get a special video this Friday!

[@MistuhKayTrains]

@@CoasterFan2105 😀

[@W4RR3N-AX]

Coaster SC-44 are stupid

[@Handlesarestoopid]

@@W4RR3N-AX but its progress so stop being so much of a foamer and accept changes

[@BJB3694]

​@@Handlesarestoopidnah word

[@davidng2336]

Thank god they chose to refurbish some of the older cab cars instead of completely replacing them with the incoming CEM ones.

[@AVeryRandomPerson]

Some will be replaced, but I'm not sure how many. 2301 has only been wrapped, so they might all be replaced eventually

[@CoasterFan2105]

I’m glad we get to see what the old cab cars look like in the new scheme. In terms of what will happen to them in the long term, that’s unknown at the time. I think NCTD wants to replace all cab cars with the newer CEM ones, butbthat will laregely be dependent on securing fundin for them. Three are currently on order.

[@davidng2336]

@@CoasterFan2105 Correct. So that most likely means some of the older cab cars will be refurbished for continued service as well. I know some railfans really hate CEM cab cars but in my honest opinion I'm not that picky about it.

[@CRtrain]

Never thought I’d say this but I’m actually loving the new chargers. Great video as usual!

[@Handlesarestoopid]

Let's leave a salute to the F40PHM-2c and F59PHIS

[@BenjiCollier]

Wow, so much has changed! I remember riding this as a little kid. It’s what started my love of trains! I used to go with my grandpa to Oceanside TC and watch them when I was as young as 2 years old! Those F40PH-2C engines are still my favorite! The sounds, the horns, the smell, all are what made my childhood so amazing! You will be missed F59PHIs and F40s!

[@IronHorsefan1869]

I love the Coaster's new look, hopefully I'll be able to see them next month, great video as always!

[@CoasterFan2105]

Thank you!

[@moredenmark_life1867]

I've traveled across USA twice by Amtrak. Great experiences. Nice to ser your videos here. Great jobs.

[@offensivebias1898]

Trying to get myself to like the Chargers..... but I can't. I am going to miss the hell out the P42. I saw one today and man it was a treat.

[@IronHorsefan1869]

To each their own, Im ready for the 42s to be retired as they're old and outdated and the phase 5 on most of them is the most barf worthy scheme I've ever seen, the phase 7 looks 1000 times better

[@sterlingodeaghaidh5086]

I love how the charger is almost the perfect size for those cars. Its so satisfying to see the rooflines meet up.

[@curtisdaniel9294]

The Siemens Engines ARE much quieter! Impressed. The wheels on the tracks seem to "outnoise" the engine. That's base on the sound quality of my speakers!

[@CoasterFan2105]

I noticed that too! The rest of the train is louder than the engine noise.

[@TranscontinentalRailfan]

Thank you for making this video, Mike. Happy to see new Charger locomotives in service. Glad the Coaster F40s will be preserved. I can't wait for more passenger rail services to order Charger locomotives. Maybe my local commuter railroad VRE will get some in the future, we'll see.

[@J-rock-moto8230]

Wow future trains are here.👍

[@NotJeremy_]

Cab car: not bad Coach: meh Charger: cool

[@outcoredragraces8656]

Amtrak and St. Louis metrolink meet EVEN BETTER

[@strasburgsteamproductions3302]

Wow! That’s so cool! The new charger locomotives and coaches look amazing!

[@Railfanner2019]

Those locomotives are beautiful. I love the new paint!

[@peterprice6898]

Those new coaster trains look really nice but They look even much better in the inside I think I would like to ride those shiny new lookin trains.

[@CoasterFan2105]

The ride quality of the refurbished cars is really nice!

[@peterprice6898]

Yeah!

[@pacificostudios]

BTW, I had a chance to take a good look at a Charger this weekend, and they are a lot longer than the F59PHI that they replaced. About 13 feet, as it turns out. An SC-44 is more than a foot longer than an EMD E-8, despite having two less axles.

[@SpotterCrazyperson]

Awesome new locomotive! Beautiful train!

[@thealmightydoge5653]

Sure the scheme might look cool... But god the F40s will always be my favorite. I miss those workhorses. Long live the F40s!!!

[@mariosonicaviationrailroad6703]

As Prince Charming said in Shrek The Third: “A new era finally begins”.

[@auricom8472]

Best comment for the video.

[@Xander-m1w]

@@thomascunningham5013 Ah yes, Prince Charming in a train video.

[@TheAustinSubRailfan]

Quick question mike? Have you ever thought about railfaning in Las Vegas NV I would love it if you made a quick vid of trains in Las Vegas and if you don’t feel like it that’s toadally fine too!

[@dominicc1981]

The coaster paint looks really nice now I see why you have it as your picture

[@Survivor1547]

The new Coaster SC-44 locomotive looks Awesome.

[@alexisvaldez1819]

I enjoyed the Coaster chargers for over 2 years!! I ❤ it!

[@geofferywickline4846]

I love the teal front end of the SC-44 Chargers F40PH-3C's and F59PHI's.

[@UPProductions-kk6bg]

I love charger locomotives 😀 also ❤️IT

[@CoasterFan2105]

Thanks for watching!

[@UPProductions-kk6bg]

No problem I’ve been watching since your channel started

[@geofferywickline4846]

I love the teal front end of the Chargers.

[@6armsplay]

Mike, thank you so much for providing these videos. My son loves trains, but due to the pandemic, we haven't able to ride trains for more than a year now. And I love he still keeps his love for trains by watching your videos daily. Again, thank you for putting out these high quality train videos!

[@pacificostudios]

You picked up many beautiful shots of one of the most beautiful commuter rail journeys in North America.

[@denault3985]

Great photography of course, loving the new color scheme...so San Diego!

[@TM-bk3ok]

Great! Finally nice to see a paint scheme between the chargers and coaches that wasn’t botched.

[@geofferywickline4846]

The East River Railroad in Princeton West Virginia uses Bombardier Horizons and Budd Amfleet I cars with 50th Anniversary P43DC's and P40DC's.

[@RockvilleTrainFan]

Nice K5LA on the cab cars!

[@araelguillen8764]

Cool....... Note: it's the best day ever! 🎵🎤🙋👍🚂🚃🚃

[@CoasterFan2105]

Thanks for watching!

[@araelguillen8764]

@@CoasterFan2105 happy weekend! 🙋👍🚂🚃🚃🏠🎊🎆

[@jamesthomas2163]

Thanks, good job. I have seen at lot of things come and go over the years, but seeing new things keep me interested.

[@trainfan2255]

Love the new cars and locos! I always check every Friday for your video. I sorta call Friday's coaster day!

[@kevp9601]

Congratulations, Mike Armstrong! And Happy Friday, By The Way! :-D

[@Xander-m1w]

They look so beautiful, I want to go to San Diego!

[@CoasterFan2105]

They sure do! Thanks for watching!

[@Xander-m1w]

@@CoasterFan2105 your welcome!

[@FlamerSmasherMBXCar]

Amtrak Missouri River Runner trains use new Siemens Charger locomotives too. But I do miss the GE Genesis locomotives that Amtrak Missouri River train used to have.

[@amtrakandcsxrailfanning164]

great catches and video of these new coaster engines first day runs

[@jamesross8266]

Those train shots near the beach is the best

[@thomasmatteson9284]

This is a wonderful video, especially for those of us who love the Coaster and can't get out there to see it. I would buy a DVD of this if you have one available. I have four models of the SC-44 Chargers and have the Coaster one on order. I hope Athearn will make some Bombardier cars in the new paint scheme. Thank you for making this presentation. Tom

[@bertcresta6685]

Excellent video! Congrats!

[@CoasterFan2105]

Thanks!

[@brandonaviation6010]

Awesome video!

[@RailwayTV]

The video is so beautiful, it makes sense to me.

[@CoasterFan2105]

Thank you!

[@felixthetrainfan4819]

I can't wait for these new paint coaster :D

[@mattfilms29]

Felix great catch

[@californiadentalcertificat205]

Yesterday I was hoping to see one of the test strains so great work Mike : )

[@that90skid72]

Pretty nice vid, but bear in mind that Bombardier's no more, it's all Altsom from now on

[@CoasterFan2105]

Thanks! And true, but it was still Bombardier when the cars were built. New bilevels from now on will be products of Alstom.

[@svtrains4773]

Great collection! Super! Thanks!

[@tonykarasek4816]

Enjoyed every minute. Thank you !

[@menguardingtheirownwallets6791]

Those locomotives are amazing! They are so quiet!

[@justinjrailfanproductions1164]

I'm glad you got an chance to see them

[@alpharailroadproductions]

Awesome video documentary Mike god bless you and keep making awesome content

[@CoasterFan2105]

I will! Thanks for watching!

[@Elginoof]

That looks cool it looks like the new Amtrak

[@ksmash2816]

Love coasters new setup, thanks for the vid

[@jensuwe.ossmann]

Beautiful work. The Coaster with new trains. 😊🤗👍

[@ClearTrackSpeed]

It's gonna be interesting trying to recognise the new paint scheme but time marches on; thanks for sharing

[@luisurbieta8924]

Love the Video I do wanna see more of these videos!

[@metro-northrailroadproduct5043]

Nice video Mike

[@dannywilliamson3340]

I like how you don't attempt those shaky, nauseating zoom-outs that seem to be that other guy's signature move. Good job.

[@Craiggg12345]

I have horn wars at old town when the Surfliner or coaster crosses the grade crossing. My little trolley horn can’t compete against their horn lol

[@rhettrossalbert]

Nice Video Mike! :) ❤️👍

[@CoasterFan2105]

Thanks, Rhett! :D

[@PrincessAmtrakMinamoto]

Great video. I still can’t believe Five Coaster F40ph locomotives has been retired. ):

[@Handlesarestoopid]

It was probably for the best. They were getting quite old and weren't meeting new EPA standards anymore

[@MrBnsftrain]

A complete train of the new livery! Something other commuter lines have yet to achieve. The cab cars do look odd without any diagonal striping on the front

[@geofferywickline4846]

Princeton West Virginia's East River Railroad uses all locomotives and passenger cars.

[@kansasstatealerting2874]

I love the way the K5LAs sound on the chargers

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

Plus excellent commentary from you mike

[@southerntransconYT]

I Hope these Chargers will Make better improvement as F40 are gone now :( Cool Video!!

[@mattfilms29]

What?

[@Handlesarestoopid]

They will

[@railfantrainsofsandiegopro1557]

Nice catches! I love the new interiors😀

[@kevp9601]

We'll Keep Up The Good Work! I Love Your New KZbin Video!! :-D

[@nikkiiv9259]

I like how Siemens and Cummins both worked on this locomotive

[@vinalboy]

Fabulous video as always.

[@CoastalOCRailfan]

They don't look half-bad, IMO. After all, all good things must come to an end, and new things begin. Great video!

[@christiel7439]

Oh wowie the new carrige scheme is awesome!

[@csxchicagoline5523]

Great video! A lot of really nice catches and some really cool locations! 👍🏻

[@sergiokodemo6925]

I'm from Argentina and not knowing much about the area, really liked and enjoyed your video. Chargers were love at first sight. Had some doubts about how these locomotives would perform in Amtrak demanding long distance services but seems like the ALC-42 model may prove up to the task. Will be sad about the GEs gradually going. Just subscribed and will be a nice experience watching your videos!

[@valeriebassett3107]

Beautiful train. I really like the color scheme. Thanks for sharing.

[@gogofuntime_yt]

Amazing footage!

[@YukariAkiyama]

I dunno man, but this new paint scheme is growing on me. But I’ll miss the F-40s and F-59s

[@CoasterFan2105]

Agreed on both

[@chrisylink]

Great looking consist those interiors are much imporoved

[@blakrootz]

awesome video, loved this.

[@AVeryRandomPerson]

The new seats look like the original Metrolink ones

[@alpharailroadproductions]

Hi

[@CoasterFan2105]

They do look similar.

[@ciello___8307]

the paint scheme is awesome

[@TracksideSFL]

Great Shots bro! 👍

[@positionlightproductions6187]

We will miss you F40. Need to go see some MBTA F40s before they are gone too

[@davidng2336]

MBTA is keeping theirs. They are currently being rebuilt.

[@positionlightproductions6187]

@@davidng2336 Ok, that's good.

[@jillcampbell8019]

People have a hard time letting go and moving on in the present and into the future. It must happen or it all dies. Nooooo!!! -Trains must live on. 🚊

[@priscillaaleman6049]

Mike when will you do a video of the southern pacific 4449 like a full video.