Railcar Switching Action on Norfolk Southern Railroad

Railcar Switching Action on Norfolk Southern Railroad
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[@tleander40]

I've seen rail fan videos before, but how you incorporated the radio communication into it is a game changer! Great Job!!! This was highly enjoyable!

[@RailfanRowan]

Thank you Tracy! I'm so glad you liked this dynamic!

[@Michael-bz1iu]

He had his scanner on while filming

[@SonnyMcDonald]

This is the kind of railroading I love , keep it up

[@myfavorites1016]

I agree with you, keep it up

[@fredbright2096]

Brings back some childhood memories, watching trains being made up at the N&W coal yards in Norfolk, watching the jeeps push cars over the hump and watching the engines make up trains at the C&O yards in Newport News. Of course, in those days, you got to see a lot of steam. Miss those old Baldwins. Still a train fan at 83. Never too old to enjoy trains. Liked the video.

[@craigfazekas3923]

They still have a Baldwin diesel operating in regular service in South Jersey for SMS Rail Services, at the Pureland Industrial Park. It is in great shape & has it's original Pennsylvania Railroad paint job redone, too. Very unique & nice to see that someone at SMS was willing to put the time & effort into it. You should be able to see videos of it here on KZbin. Search "Baldwin Pureland", and I'm sure you'll find results for it....

[@TTecc]

In inkiimiiy

[@Primusux]

Wow that is so cool that you’ve been around long enough to remember steam! Respect to you Sir!

[@Tyler-3712]

I railfan in Newport News! I got videos of coal trains!

[@milepost465historyhobbies4]

I can watch flat switching with the radio chatter all day.. and I work for a railroad lol... excellent video!!!

[@denisberger9657]

Always love the “Whoop” sound that a train makes when their dynamic braking system is engaged. Great video Rowan, love how we can hear the interaction between the conductor and the engineer on the radio. Switching videos are so much cooler than watching a load of freight cars go by.

[@inncognito7194]

I thought it was the air compressors kicking on?

[@CentralPennRailProductions]

Yeah that's the air compressor.

[@hennyg6025]

Same

[@Dr_Won_Hung_Lo]

Yes, that "whoop" noise you hear is the air compressor motor kicking on. It has absolutely nothing to do with the dynamic braking system which uses the traction motors as generators to run the electrical current they produced through a grid that will back up the current and prevent the traction motors from spinning as fast slowing the train down. Basically the same thing as a "Jake break" on semi's but instead of air it's electricity

[@aaronTNGDS9]

I agree. It's way more exciting seeing the switching operation at the destination, and hearing the chatter between the conductor and the engineer.

[@JawTooth]

Awesome, I love railroad switching videos!

[@MrSnoop1987]

U55ttttttttttttttttyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyuyyyttttttttttttttttttt5tttttttttktttttttt5tt

[@thecsxnsrailfaner6262]

Hi jaw Tooth

[@KDubielak]

I agree brain jaw tooth my man

[@kens.3729]

Great job, Rowan! Gives us ALL a much better idea of how Switching & Deliveries take place. 👍

[@thomasmackowiak]

Fantastic video, Rowan! I really enjoyed watching this video of the switching at the lumber company. It was interesting to see what goes into delivering freight cars to a customer. I had heard the three point safety system mentioned in other railroad videos but those videos never mentioned what the three safety points were. Thank you to telling us exactly what the engineer does to protect the switchman or conductor or other railroad employee from getting injured because the train moved. Thank you for putting this video together to document freight car deliveries and for sharing it with us!

[@hughsherer8747]

Nicely commented, really helps to understand what’s involved in moving railcars

[@RailfanRowan]

Thanks Hugh, TGBTG

[@cameronreason]

Another great video Rowan! Very informative and your commentary was definitely a bonus.. Getting to listen to the crews communicate was cool and like being trackside! Thanks for sharing this video 🙏🏽

[@enriquehermosilla8188]

this video reminded me of my younger years growing up in Southern Chile many years ago. I used to watch (now no longer running) passed by carrying goods or passengers. I used to be mesmerized watching such colossal machines with such strength "flying" in the rail tracks.

[@jeromecabral192]

Thank you for sharing. I have lived by many railroads all my life. A very interesting dream job I would like to have

[@ronniecromer1230]

This is a awesome video!!!! Seeing train crews in action is always great. Thanks for explaining the 3 step rule. I always wondered about that. Train on!!!🚂

[@jamesbrooker7748]

Loved seeing the "at work" aspect of railroading in this one. The radio comms between the cab and the conductor made it easier to understand the whole operation. BTW, couldn't help but notice the sound of the clapper on the mechanical bell near the beginning of this one. Good job as always.

[@RailfanRowan]

Aahh yes, that one is featured in my compilation, but shot from the opposite side... Good catch, thanks for the support!!

[@chriscarlson7915]

Great video, keep up the good work. Switching is also one of my favorite things to catch when out rail fanning.

[@dougbradley5915]

Great video! I love Norfolk Southern. The radio chatter was great. Thanks for including it.

[@artillerest43rdva7]

it is great to hear what they are saying between the ground and in the cab. thanks for the learning of what happens all day on the rails.

[@RailfanRowan]

That's the goal of the channel!!

[@HowardR-gy2pw]

I'm in the UK on a heritage railway. I've spent hours shunting (switching) coaches (cars) to fit some required order of the 'management' that was different from the last on they wanted. Had many problems trying to couple up Buckeyes on tight curves. Fine for slight curves or straights. Must use the phrase 'stretch' next time(-: Excellent Video Railfan Rowan.

[@jackstrainsnthings9738]

Super cool operation. Never seen two big road engines on a local. The NS line I run/live by uses geeps and occasionally a sd40 every once in a blue moon

[@wolfgang548]

Happy New Year Rowan. Great switching catch. Not only fun to watch but good for beginning model railroaders to learn how to switch cars prototypically.

[@mihaip.9133]

The amount of details in the sound is fantastic

[@alhehn2101]

Great video, enjoyed seeing the switching of cars and building the train.. keep up the good work !

[@jacjac5761]

AWESOME SERVICE SWITCHING!

[@bradfordthompson8326]

Hey thanks rowan.....Thanks for sharing a good talk switching videos.....This is why Railways run trains....when channels make switching videos with road freights.....they are fun to watch...thanks for visiting this area for us rowan too

[@Boog13man]

This was the most stressful job I’ve ever had. I was new and on the extra board never being able to get familiar with a route or job before being thrown on the next one. And the rules ALL THE RULES. It was a love hate relationship. There were most definitely some good times with good guys I’ll never forget though.

[@cocotico9997]

The money is good tho

[@bullymaguire6722]

@@cocotico9997 No it’s not

[@cocotico9997]

@@bullymaguire6722 i know guys making over 100k. So

[@tjstrainsakatonyjordan8611]

Very nice, Rowan! I like the commentary and polished production of the video, including the timing of the train after your final comments at the end!

[@1HarryH]

Great video! Love to hear the radio talk between engineer and conductor. Thanks for sharing

[@valchavez9163]

Loved that railroad talk....

[@rickwillfang8198]

Very interesting. Makes it all more understandable when you see it track side.

[@RailfanRowan]

Glad I could help! TGBTG

[@myfavorites1016]

I love the radio talk with the conductor/engineer

[@joshuatoro8977]

Love the video thank you for posting keep them coming definitely different than how Chino branchline dose Chino California I don't seem to put that thing on the back until all the switching's been done throughout the industry

[@thomasdudley823]

Fascinating !

[@wes5150.]

3rd Time is a Charm ! Been There, Done That. 37 years, very few made it that far. So Cal, ATSF/BNSF, retired 2015, and with ALL of my LIMBS Too !

[@RailfanRowan]

Nice man, congrats!

[@peterpryor17]

Glad you dropped another sweet video Rowan. Stay safe out there. 👍👍👍

[@magicpencil6995]

Great job of explaining switching moves and associated activities! Looking forward to more cool videos!! 😁

[@RailfanRowan]

Thanks Kenny

[@roberthuron9160]

Rowan,thanks for a neat,concise and important video,as you help.the neophytes see how things are done! Foamers,with knowledge are really useful,as they can call problems,before they get disastrous! And that can save lives,and limbs! It's a bit hard to see around blind curves,and someone with foresight,will be able to save things! Thank you,and Happy New Year! 🚂🚂🚂🚂🚂🚉🚉🚉🚉🚉🚋🚋🚋🚋🚋

[@RailfanRowan]

HNY Robert and thank you!!

[@railfanmason1668]

Thank you so much for the heart

[@CocosPlayound]

Love the switching

[@ATrainGames]

Terrific stuff, Rowan! Thanks for sharing!

[@edconway9072]

Switching is the most interesting part of railroading. Yard or industry it’s the best. Thanks for the video. Ed

[@RailfanRowan]

You bet man!

[@JeanPierre-jb5ln]

Excellent, especially with crew chatter, thanks, jp UK

[@RailfanRowan]

Thank you John!

[@jonathanjones35]

A wonderful video. I really enjoyed that. Thanks for sharing.

[@doublediamondrailroad5949]

Love watching Switching, especially with Road Engines. Grass was So Green then!

[@RailfanRowan]

Yep! Was beginning of spring

[@wrangler70jkujeep74]

Excellent

[@victorharris802]

Railfan Rowan keep the videos up. Every information is important to a railfan. And we all can learn alot.

[@casualtrucker]

Another good informative video....keep ‘em coming. You comment and explain very well.

[@JohnNewman-ev7tc]

Love the video Rowan. This video is very educational to me. Now I know what three-step means.

[@zeefantasytrains944]

The real railroad work, that was very interesting!

[@sd90mac8]

Nice, love them long high refers!!!🤠😉👍 More please 👌

[@larrysunday7715]

Great Video and Action. Well Done. Would appreciate and value more of these videos. Really enjoyed!!!!!

[@kbusses]

Very Interesting, thanks for sharing.

[@RailfanRowan]

You're welcome thanks Kenneth!

[@wehearttrains8479]

That RS5T is awesome!

[@petersonpropulsionenterpri5554]

Really enjoyed this one. Thanks.

[@MattsTrainsTractors]

Switching is my favorite kind of operation on model railroads and real life. Once again, Rowan delivers with great content.

[@ModelRailwaysUnlimited]

A very satisfying watch!

[@RailfanRowan]

Thanks MRU

[@kimberlyatwood5154]

Thanks for explaining the terms they use. New to rail fanning. Luv ur videos!

[@RailfanRowan]

Thanks Kimberly! Hope you keep learning and having a blast!

[@Rwalt61]

Great video. Great explanation of industrial switching.

[@RailfanRowan]

Thanks!

[@RFMCabooseNP1713]

Real life stuff. Great job.

[@ciprianseni3576]

Nice Video. Thank you

[@mrowl-the-dsm1304]

Hello from UK. Great video Rowan, I learnt some more on US Railroading, and how it operates, here we call it shunting. As always you explained it really well and made it interesting,

[@RailfanRowan]

Thanks so much Mr. Owl glad to have you as a subscriber!

[@valeriebassett3107]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. I learned a lot today.

[@paulondra19]

We see long manifest trains flying around all over KZbin. Great to see the cars getting picked up and delivered for a change. Interesting to see and here all the communications between the conductor and the Engineers. Nice photography and narration as per usual Rowan. Also, it's nice to see a real railroad have trouble coupling sometimes... just like my model trains. LOL

[@PrismRisen]

A great tutorial on switching. I noted the one extra horse power at 7:20! Engineer has to have skills ranging from sledgehammer on speed runs to surgeon on this operation. Obviously double connected sidings are way more efficient that than a spur. Have you ever captured a look at the burned out 1759 Chapman/Beverly Mill, along Broad Run in Thoroughfare Gap? A tragedy - this historic gem was gutted by fire set by vandals..... and n. sh.. I drove by it during the fire, eastbound to work. It was about 6:00 a.m., pre-dawn, and a horrific sight. Keep up your entertaining and education work.

[@dannyhall7231]

THIS IS SO COOL THANKS FOR ALL THE HARD WORK AND TIME YOU PUT INTO THESE VIDEOS KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK

[@MidnightRailfan]

Awesome video! Great RS5T on that 9779 as a bonus

[@SarahsAtticOfTreasures]

Loved this

[@codyhilton1750]

A very good closeup of a switching operation.

[@RailfanRowan]

Thanks Cody!

[@sentient02970]

I live fairly close to a large yard and turntable. They usually do switching right near a 3 rail wide crossing. So now I have a better idea of what takes it so long. Thanks!

[@dfk4500]

I love your work bro!! God bless you!!!!!

[@Army_Outdoors_88N]

You timed that closing perfectly to the lights and bells!!!

[@RailfanRowan]

;) Soli Deo Gloriam!!

[@JF-lt5zc]

I know, right! Looked like a timed video shoot from a production company. Couldn't have landed better!

[@officialrailfanomar]

Great catch Rowan, I see you caught NS 9779 with that amazing RS5T and NS 9770 the Whiteface dash 9. Have a nice Monday!

[@scottmcc9102]

Pretty cool video & narration, keep them coming ( track maint, Loco maintenance, foreign rolling stock, etc.)

[@johnlovell8299]

The play by play is nice! Thanks for this videos!

[@RailfanRowan]

Thank you!!

[@dhiraj56]

Fantastic video along with the radio transmission, really entertaining. Keep it up

[@andrebankston-ct6ws]

Great video and your definitely a rail fan to put that much time into it. Keep railing.

[@Ozarkrailfanprod8098]

Some good switching action Rowan

[@549BR]

Nice touch with radio traffic.

[@KertEllis]

I enjoyed this railroad video. Always had a fascination with railroading since I was a little kid.

[@RailfanRowan]

Thanks Kert!

[@andrewavvenire116]

Damn. I worked in that yars where you were the first day. Was there for quit a few years. Its fun seeing videos in places I can relate to

[@haroldalexis4200]

First time viewer. You do an excellent video & narration. Looking forward to viewing more.

[@doublediamondrailroad5949]

Love Switching Ops!

[@kennethboehnlein51]

Another excellent video with great conimintary.

[@railanimal4380]

Do more switching videos. Always wonder where all the cars i see rollin by are going. Cool seeing all the different rail served industries out there. Started doing some research on the local industries near me to try to figure out what was in the cars they take and what it’s being used for. Sometime I wanna find out where all the cars are coming from and the route the cars took to get from point A to point B.

[@jonathansabatino3987]

Very enjoyable !

[@frankdemicoli9912]

Great job

[@johndanaher6371]

Nicely done Rowen! It was very informative about the life of a train crew. Of course the weather was better that day for the conductor. Lol I bet you were happy about the timing at the ending too.

[@RailfanRowan]

Yeah, I was losing light fast due to that coupler, TGBTG

[@nancyhaun]

Totally fascinating!!!!

[@donaldcasselman9127]

Great video. Very well done.

[@dwighthitchens9838]

Cool video. Thanks. You’ve given me some layout ideas.

[@RailfanRowan]

Oooh great!!

[@luismanuelmartinezcastaned8880]

Excellent catch....

[@sl0wmk6.5]

Funny that this was a recommended video for me, I just applied to be a conductor for NS the other day 😂

[@John-om3nf]

Good job guys 😊😊😊

[@nssigmtrretired6661]

I like railroad videos . I retired in 04 but , I can talk railroading with my two signal maintainer sons.

[@sofreak6]

I could watch railroads switch industries all the time. Great video

[@RailfanRowan]

Thanks Scott!!

[@deionblanton2242]

I love it, boxcars are my favorite

[@RailfanRowan]

Very useful cars!

[@alexmodern6667]

Outstanding video......Good educational dialogue.......

[@pemithepitty6442]

Switching and shunting are two very different things. Shunting refers to the electric signal the consist sends so that the DSPR can observe the block as occupied or not. At least in the northeast it does, idk about other areas.

[@beeble2003]

In this context, "shunting" is just the British term for switching. Not sure how widely used it is in the US.

[@trainzfan8432]

Nice Video Rowan like the High-Quality Feeling of this video production!

[@markhayes6407]

really cool video with the radio chatter

[@joeraderblackrockcentralrr]

very interesting to watch