Chessie System Diesel Locomotives
Chessie System Diesel Locomotives

Author: Jerry Doyle

Publisher: TLC Publishing (VA)

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781883089429

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An excellent reference for railfans who remember the most colorful era of Eastern Seaboard railroading, as well as modelers interested in recreating it. This complete roster of diesels includes histories of all models and classes purchased and operated by the Chessie System from 1972 through the early 1980s. Included are a variety of traits that ran on the Chesapeake & Ohio, Baltimore & Ohio and Western Maryland. Portrait photographs are accompanied by nostalgic action shots. Also includes a background on the railroad itself and the "Ches-C" logo.

Chesapeake & Ohio Diesel Locomotives 1949-1972 in Color
Chesapeake & Ohio Diesel Locomotives 1949-1972 in Color

Author: Jerry Doyle

Publisher: Chesapeake & Ohio Hist. Soc.

Published: 2004-07-15

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781883089979

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Complete rosters and data on C&O's transition to diesel power and experience with first and second generation diesel locomotives, through the C&O/B&O era up to Chessie System. C&O, the ultimate steam railway, opted for diesels saying they were a stopgap measure until a Coal-Fired Turbine could be developed, but seeing the economics, the company quickly embraced diesel power and forgot steam. This is the most complete story yet on this fascinating subject, illustrated with great color photography, plus black and white images. Includes painting and letter data. Ideal for railfans, C&O enthusiasts and modelers.

Chessie System
Chessie System

Author: Dave Ori

Publisher: Voyageur Press

Published: 2006-11-15

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9780760323397

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In 1972 three great railroads-the Chesapeake & Ohio, the Baltimore & Ohio, and the Western Maryland-joined forces as the Chessie System, their diesel engines resplendent in a brilliant new yellow, blue, and vermillion scheme sporting the stylized "Chess-C" logo based on the C&O's familiar mascot, Chessie the kitten. The story of the Chessie System, unique in railroad history, unfolds in all its grit and glory in this book about a rail operation that combined the best of tradition and innovation to a remarkable. Dave Ori traces the railroad's origins from the first affiliation of the B&O and C&O in the early 1960s to the inclusion of the WM a decade later securing routes that spanned the Northeast and Midwest. He also examines the Chessie System itself, from the details of its operating divisions, major facilities, diesel fleet, and intermodal operation to the technological advances that distinguished its reign and its integration in the vast CSX system in 1987.

Southern Railway
Southern Railway

Author: Curt Tillotson

Publisher: TLC Publishing

Published: 2003-09-20

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781883089825

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Curt Tillotson takes a close and personal look at the Southern Railway through his own photography in the period 1960-1982, with some photos from others going back to about 1950. He treats every class of diesel owned by the Southern from beginning to end. Some "roster" or "portrait" type photos are included but the bulk of the book comprises superb action photography with the locomotives and trains in a variety of settings. His extended captions capture the feel of the era of transition.

Western Maryland Diesel Locomotives
Western Maryland Diesel Locomotives

Author: TLC Publishing

Publisher: TLC Publishing

Published: 1997-08-30

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781883089245

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Complete roster data, official diagrams and background material on the development of the Western Marylands fleet, and its use on this very popular line. Filled with FAs, BL2s, as well as the more common units and paint schemes, from the elegant and well respected fireball to the three-color Circus scheme on into the Chessie System paint.

The Chessie Era
The Chessie Era

Author: Thomas W. Dixon

Publisher: TLC Publishing (VA)

Published: 1990

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780962200328

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A delightful album of Chessie System photographs taken from the mid-1970s to the mid-1980s - the Chessie Era. For 13 years the Chessie System existed as a holding company for the Chesapeake & Ohio Railway, the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad, and the Western Maryland Railway. During this time their locomotives and cars wore the brilliant yellow, maroon and blue paint scheme and the famous Chessie sleeping kitten herald. Hundreds of color and b&w photographs capture Chessie System trains throughout the rust belt. Includes shots of the Chessie System Special steam excursion train.