Railfanning CP Rail's Richford, VT Switcher

For more prototype information on the Richford Local that I'm modeling in 1980, see nhrrman video, CP RS-18's on locals Richford to Wells River, VT 09/28/1989. Thanks, and enjoy!

[@seanarthur2414]

You are definitely in the top 1% of modelers out there. The illusion of depth achieved in your scenes is second to none. The shady spots on the hilltops from clouds above are particularly convincing.

[@richardkuchta2822]

You hit close to home, Abercorn Que. Now life in Ontario, thanks for the memories.

[@deanpurcell7771]

Love the crew member deadheading in the second unit of #80, he's obviously half in the bag, waving out the window! Been there myself!

[@user-mr3ct1dm9p]

This is EXACTLY what this portion of CP in Vermont was like-- locos,car types,roadnames--- it is all a perfect time capsule of reality. It cannot get any better than this---- real, or model. CP in Vermont was a first class act.

[@Lakeside1943]

Great, yet sober scenery, perfectly blending into a matching backdrop! Combine this with realistic switching moves and mainline traffic, plus weathered rolling stock .... how real can it get ?

[@346UNCLEBOB]

Phenomenal realism! Truly excellent.

[@bebopcats]

And the Academy Award for best sound goes to ..........the CP Alco switcher! I love the sound of those old Alcos. Some videos have the more modern whiny diesels which gets tiresome. Stunning scenery. That barn scene really is iconic.

[@cagorrie]

Wow, the level of detail of the trains, the scenery, everything is absolutely incredible.

[@SeaboardCentral]

The whole place looks incredible Neil. Outstanding work. Thanks for sharing. Tim

[@heybeerdan1820]

My first time here... What a beautiful layout and operation! Backdrops are outstanding... definitely Top 1% as mentioned below.

[@jdhinckley1954]

Gorgeous, realistic modeling. Looks so close to real life. My favorite era as well(although in eastern Maine:)...)

[@markcentola2817]

nice to see a new video on your layout. incredibly realistic

[@josephseverino674]

Nice scenery, loved the background, new England is my favorite part of the USA,i am from NJ 😒 LOL.Great video 👍

[@dennispaulson8734]

You have done a good job on the layout 👍 I started working for the Canadian Pacific Rail Road in 1968.

[@MikeG42]

This is definitely one of the most beautiful layouts I have ever seen. Good video of rail operations too. Awesome ! 👍🏻

[@robnielsen935]

I grew up in Southern Alberta ('73 to early 80s) and love the red pacman scheme. It reminds me of home when I see it. Beautiful layout and great prototypical movement of trains! Thanks for sharing.

[@markrabenold]

I grew up watching mostly locals running along rusting, weed-covered branch lines in eastern Pennsylvania and to this day, I prefer watching locals switch out industries over seeing fast freights running down well-ballasted main lines. A truly entertaining video you've created here! Your scenery is second to none and your weathering is beautifully done on both engines and rolling stock, not at all overdone like so many. Thanks very much for sharing your modeling skills with the rest of us!

[@jeffallen5698]

Truly Awesome in every aspect of the hobby! A masterpiece. Love that is CP rail it brings back great memories . Wow

[@Jennifer-K5LA]

😮 ok, up until now I had always believed the Fundy and South Manchester layout was the best most realistic looking model railroad out there...this is a game changer!

[@drummachine434]

I clicked the video thinking this is real life. But I wasn't disappointed at all