EMD "SD45" Locomotives: Data Sheet, Specs, Roster
Last revised: December 20, 2024
By: Adam Burns
Electro-Motive was determined to win the horsepower race of the 1960s and cataloged its most powerful standard model in late 1965, the SD45.
To achieve its goal, EMD increased the size of its new 645 power plant to 20 cylinders, which increased horsepower to 3,600. Visually, the SD45 was unmistakable from any other La Grange product up until that time with its long frame and flared rear radiator air intakes. The latter trait was not repeated on standard production models until the SD80MAC of 1995.
Initially, the SD45 was quite successful - and went on to sell more than 1,200 examples. However, railroads soon realized the additional 600 horsepower was not worth the increased maintenance investment.
In addition, it was the first in EMD's line to suffer mechanical issues. These problems were eventually addressed in the "Dash 2" variant although by then most railroads opted for the less powerful, but more reliable, SD40-2. Ultimately, only 136 examples of the SD45-2 were produced.
Nevertheless, the SD45 could outpull almost any other locomotive then in service and was popular on western roads like the Southern Pacific, Santa Fe, and Great Northern.
Recently-delivered Erie Lackawanna SD45's are seen here at Secaucus, New Jersey on May 26, 1968. Peter Klepper photo/Warren Calloway collection.Background
In an era when manufacturers and railroads believed evermore horsepower achieved the greatest level of operational efficiency, powerful models like the SD45, U36C, and C636 were cataloged by the industry's three major builders.
There were even one-off monstrosities like the U50/U50C, DDA40X, DD35/A, and C-855. Ultimately, railroads realized the greater horsepower was not worth the increased maintenance investment.
In his book, "EMD Locomotives," author Brian Solomon notes that in late 1965 EMD advertised nine new models equipped with its latest engine offered in a range of horsepower ratings, sizes, and wheel arrangements.
The SD45 was the most powerful and entered EMD's catalog in December, 1965 with the unveiling of Demonstrator #4351. The big locomotive was equipped with a 20-cylinder variant of the builder's new model 645E3 prime mover.
To accommodate the larger power plant, engineers lengthened EMD's standard frame for its six-axle models by five feet. As Bob Hayden notes in his book, "Diesel Locomotives: Cyclopedia - Volume 2," instead of fabricating a special frame for the SD45, EMD simply made it standard for all six-axle models in the 645 line.
As a result, the less powerful SD38, SD39, and SD40 have short "porches" fore and aft. Interestingly, these "porches" are even more pronounced on the SD40-2, which featured an even longer frame to accommodate the new HT-C truck.
The SD45's signature feature was its flared rear radiator, which was required to provide the cooling necessary for the greater engine ouput. Mr. Solomon notes the average cost for a new SD45, depending on options, was $290,000.
A trio of Erie Lackawanna's big SD45's work pool service to Chicago as they accelerate westbound symbol freight TC-99 out of the Delaware & Hudson's yard at Mechanicville, New York, circa 1969. Jim Shaughnessy photo.Success and Concern
Sales for the SD45 took off quickly thanks to EMD's stellar reputation. However, as the model spent time in service customers soon recognized issues with these powerful locomotives.
Most notable was the 20-cylinder prime mover, which began experiencing teething issues and had a tendency to break crankshafts. This significant problem naturally resulted in engine failures while in service and sidelined the locomotives for an extended period. In addition, railroads did not like the larger flared rear radiator.
Rio Grande SD45 #5323 leads a freight through heavy snow just west of Loma, Colorado during the late 1960s. American-Rails.com collection.SD45-2
As part of EMD's latest "Dash 2" line released in January, 1972, the SD45-2 solved its predecessors problems. In his book, "Locomotives: The Modern Diesel & Electric Reference," author Greg McDonnell notes that EMD boasted 40 refinements with its new line.
Its most notable was the upgraded electrical system which included transistors, printed circuit boards, and solid-state modular components which replaced a labyrinth of old relays, switches, and interlocks commonly been found on all previous models.
The new computer system controlled everything from voltage regulation, battery charging and excitation and throttle response to wheel-slip control, dynamic brakes, and the locomotive's sanders.
In this Great Northern publicity photo, new SDP45 #333 leads the "Empire Builder" in its redesigned "Big Sky Blue" livery near Montana's Glacier National Park during the fall of 1967. Author's collection.Interestingly, the SD45-2 was the one "Dash 2" variant that actually differed visually from its pedecessor. EMD eliminated the flared rear radiator air intakes, replacing it with the builder's common flush-mounted design - only larger to provide proper air-intake for the 20-cylinder engine.
Unfortunately, the "Dash 2" line did not see the same jump in sales as the SD40 series. Its biggest issue appears to have been the increased maintenance and fuel appetite. Railroads were quite happy with the slightly less powerful - and less maintenance intensive - SD40-2. Ultimately, just 136 SD45-2s were sold.
A Northern Pacific publicity photo featuring four new SD45's just delivered from Electro-Motive at the Mississippi Street Shops in St. Paul, Minnesota in July, 1966. Author's collection.SDP45
Cataloged in 1967, this variant was a dual-service design, which carried a steam generator for passenger assignments. To do so required a frame five feet longer. Only 54 were sold to Southern Pacific, Great Northern, and Erie Lackawanna.
EL wound up with the most, 34 examples built between 1969-1970. Ironically, the railroad did not order theirs for passenger service. Instead, the longer frame allowed for a larger, 5,000-gallon fuel tank (enabling complete runs from New Jersey to Chicago without refueling) while the rear space intended for a steam generator contained concrete to increase tractive effort.
Erie Lackawanna SD45 #3633 is stopped with a westbound freight at the small depot in Deposit, New York during a crew change in March, 1970. Photographer unknown. Author's collection.SD45T-2
The SD45T-2 was the original "Tunnel Motor" variant, requested by Southern Pacific for operation in the high Sierra-Nevada mountain range of Donner Pass to eliminate clean air-intake problems while operating through tunnels and snowsheds.
To correct the overheating issue, EMD redesigned the rear section by placing the air-intakes low along the walkways where they could acquire the coolest, cleanest air. In addition, the radiators were moved to very top of the hood.
Overall, the new design gave the locomotive a very box appearance at the rear. No other railroads ordered the "Tunnel Motor" package; Southern Pacific wound up with 247 units, 166 of which were sublettered for subsidiary St. Louis Southwestern Railway. In 1974, Southern Pacific returned to EMD for the less powerful SD40T-2, a model also purchased by the Rio Grande.
Southern Pacific/Cotton Belt SD45T-2 #9389 proudly wears its new Bicentennial livery in Sacramento, California during August of 1975. Behind it is Central Pacific 4-2-4 #1, the "CP Huntington". Drew Jacksich photo.Data Sheet and Specifications
| Entered Production | 12/1965 (Demonstrator #4351) |
| Years Produced (SD45) | 12/1965 - 12/1971 |
| Years Produced (SDP45) | 5/1967 - 8/1970 |
| Years Produced (SD45X) | 6/1970 - 2/1971 |
| Years Produced (SD45-2) | 5/1972 - 9/1974 |
| Engine | 645E3 |
| Engine (SD45X) | 645F3B |
| Engine Builder | GM |
| Horsepower | 3600 |
| Horsepower (SD45X) | 4200 |
| RPM | 904 |
| Cylinders | 20 |
| Cylinders (SD45X) | 16 |
| Length | 65' 9 ½" |
| Length (SD45X) | 70' 8" |
| Height (Top Of Rail To Top Of Engine Hood) | 15' 2 13/32" |
| Width | 10' |
| Weight | 368,000 Lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 3200 Gallons |
| Fuel Capacity (SD45X) | 4400 Gallons |
| Air Compressor | Gardner-Denver |
| Air Compressor Model | WBO |
| Air Brake Manufacturer | Westinghouse |
| Air Brake Schedule | 26L |
| Trucks | C-C |
| Truck Type | Flexicoil |
| Truck Type (SD45X) | HT-C |
| Truck Wheelbase | 13' 7" |
| Wheel Size | 40" |
| Traction Motors | D77 (6), GM |
| Primary Generator | AR10, GM |
| Steam Generator (SDP45) | Vapor-Clarkson (Model AR4125) |
| Auxiliary Generator | Delco (A8102) |
| Alternator | D14 |
| MU (Multiple-Unit) | Yes |
| Dynamic Brakes | Yes |
| Gear Ratio | 62:15 (71 mph), 61:16 (77 mph), 60:17 (83 mph) |
| Gear Ratio (SDP45) | 59:15 |
| Tractive Effort (Starting) | 92,000 Lbs at 25% |
| Tractive Effort (Starting) | 89,500 Lbs at 25% (SDP45) |
| Tractive Effort (Continuous) | 82,100 Lbs at 11 mph |
| Tractive Effort (Continuous) | 82,100 Lbs at 6.6 mph (SDP45) |
| Top Speed | 65 mph |
| Top Speed (SDP45) | 95 mph |
A pair of Frisco SD45's, along with GP35 #701, at Springfield, Missouri, circa 1970. Mac Owen photo. American-Rails.com collection.Production Rosters
SD45
Total Built = 1,260
| Owner | Road Number(s) | Serial Number(s) | Order Number | Completion Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Northern | 400-407 | 31598-31605 | 7871 | 5/1966-6/1966 |
| Electro-Motive (Demonstrator) | 4351 (became Illinois Central #7000) | 31693 | 5696 | 12/1965 |
| Electro-Motive (Demonstrators) | 4352-4353 (became Delaware & Hudson #802-803) | 31694-31695 | 5696 | 1/1966 |
| Atlantic Coast Line | 1024-1033 | 31840-31849 | 5703 | 12/1966 |
| Northern Pacific | 3600-3603 | 31951-31954 | 7890 | 7/1966 |
| Norfolk & Western | 1700-1704 | 31955-31959 | 5705 | 7/1966 |
| Norfolk & Western | 1705-1730 | 31960-31985 | 7904 | 7/1966-9/1966 |
| Norfolk & Western | 1731-1734 | 31986-31989 | 7905 | 9/1966 |
| Southern Pacific | 8800-8844 | 31991-32035 | 7887 | 8/1966-9/1966 |
| Santa Fe | 1800-1829 | 32056-32085 | 5708 | 6/1966-8/1966 |
| Pennsylvania | 6105-6139 | 32315-32349 | 7928 | 10/1966-12/1966 |
| Pennsylvania | 6140-6169 | 32365-32394 | 7928 | 1/1967-2/1967 |
| Electro-Motive (Demonstrator) | 4354 (became Delaware & Hudson #801) | 32462 | 5720 | 6/1966 |
| Santa Fe | 1830-1889 | 32506-32565 | 5722 | 10/1966-12/1966 |
| Chicago & North Western | 901-920 | 32624-32643 | 7945 | 2/1967-3/1967 |
| Denver & Rio Grande Western | 5315-5324 | 32689-32698 | 7951 | 1/1967-2/1967 |
| Norfolk & Western | 1735-1738 | 32699-32702 | 7953 | 5/1967 |
| Norfolk & Western | 1739-1764 | 32703-32728 | 7988 | 7/1967-9/1967 |
| Southern Pacific | 8845-8893 | 32759-32807 | 7954 | 2/1967-4/1967 |
| Southern Pacific | 8894-8934 | 32808-32848 | 7971 | 4/1967-7/1967 |
| Great Northern | 408-417 | 32988-32997 | 7963 | 4/1967 |
| St Louis-San Francisco Railway (Frisco) | 900-905 | 33011-33016 | 7967 | 2/1967 |
| St Louis-San Francisco Railway (Frisco) | 906 | 33017 | 7968 | 2/1967 |
| St Louis-San Francisco Railway (Frisco) | 907-911 | 33018-33022 | 7970 | 2/1967-3/1967 |
| Northern Pacific | 3604-3619 | 33025-33040 | 7978 | 4/1967-5/1967 |
| Erie Lackawanna | 3601-3620 | 33101-33120 | 7991 | 6/1967 |
| Reading | 7600-7604 | 33175-33179 | 7992 | 7/1967 |
| St Louis-San Francisco Railway (Frisco) | 912-913 | 33182-33183 | 5729 | 5/1967 |
| Union Pacific | 3600-3621 | 33409-33430 | 7975 | 3/1968-4/1968 |
| Union Pacific | 3622 | 33431 | 7107 | 4/1968 |
| Union Pacific | 3623 | 33432 | 7108 | 4/1968 |
| Union Pacific | 3624-3639 | 33433-33448 | 7077 | 3/1968-4/1968 |
| Milwaukee Road | 4000-4005 | 33525-33530 | 7052 | 1/1968-2/1968 |
| Southern | 3122-3159 | 33544-33581 | 7068 | 11/1967-12/1967 |
| Southern | 3105-3121 | 33582-33598 | 7074 | 12/1967 |
| St Louis-San Francisco Railway (Frisco) | 914-925 | 33599-33610 | 7080 | 2/1968 |
| St Louis-Southwestern Railway (Cotton Belt) | 8964-8971 | 33624-33631 | 7081 | 2/1968-4/1968 |
| Southern Pacific | 8935-8963 | 33632-33660 | 7082 | 2/1968-5/1968 |
| St Louis-Southwestern Railway (Cotton Belt) | 8972-8981 | 33661-33670 | 4/1968-6/1968 | 7081 |
| Denver & Rio Grande Western | 5325-5336 | 33757-33768 | 7085 | 3/1968-5/1968 |
| Great Northern | 418-426 | 33785-33793 | 7088 | 7/1968-8/1968 |
| Pennsylvania | 6170-6199, 6210-6234 | 33804-33858 | 7993 | 12/1967-1/1968 |
| Pennsylvania | 6200-6208 (Evens) | 33859-33863 | 7090 | 1/1968 |
| Pennsylvania | 6201-6209 (Odds) | 33864-33868 | 7091 | 1/1968-3/1968 |
| Northern Pacific | 3620-3629 | 33900-33909 | 7094 | 4/1968-5/1968 |
| Denver & Rio Grande Western | 5337-5340 | 33931-33934 | 7106 | 3/1968 |
| Erie Lackawanna | 3621-3634 | 33936-33949 | 7104 | 5/1968 |
| Union Pacific | 3640-3649 | 34016-34025 | 7077 | 3/1968 |
| Milwaukee Road | 4006-4009 | 34149-34152 | 7133 | 12/1968 |
| Seaboard Coast Line | 2010-2023 | 34163-34176 | 7123 | 10/1968 |
| St Louis-San Francisco Railway (Frisco) | 926-928 | 34245-34247 | 7129 | 10/1968 |
| Penn Central | 6235-6239 | 34277-34281 | 7125 | 8/1968 |
| Southern Pacific | 8982-9001 | 34350-34369 | 7138 | 12/1968-2/1969 |
| Southern Pacific | 9002-9007 | 34370-34375 | 7163 | 2/1969 |
| Southern Pacific | 9008-9030 | 34376-34398 | 7138 | 2/1969-4/1969 |
| Southern Pacific | 9031-9036 | 34399-34404 | 7164 | 4/1969-5/1969 |
| Southern Pacific | 9037-9051 | 34405-34419 | 7138 | 3/1969 |
| St Louis-Southwestern Railway (Cotton Belt) | 9052-9059 | 34420-34427 | 7140 | 1/1969-3/1969 |
| Chicago, Burlington & Quincy | 516-530 | 34551-34565 | 7147 | 1/1969 |
| Chicago & North Western | 937-977 | 34570-34610 | 7148 | 1/1969-2/1969 |
| St Louis-Southwestern Railway (Cotton Belt) | 9060-9068 | 34726-34734 | 7150 | 12/1968 |
| Southern Pacific | 9069-9103 | 34904-34938 | 7170 | 3/1969-4/1969 |
| Santa Fe | 5590-5597 | 34995-35012 | 7175 | 5/1969 |
| Santa Fe | 5598-5614 | 35013-35019 | 7177 | 5/1969 |
| Southern Pacific | 9104-9123 | 35196-35215 | 7187 | 10/1969-12/1969 |
| St Louis-San Francisco Railway (Cotton Belt) | 929-942 | 35477-35490 | 7194 | 9/1969-10/1969 |
| Norfolk & Western | 1765-1789 | 35521-35545 | 7199 | 2/1970-3/1970 |
| Norfolk & Western | 1790-1814 | 35546-35570 | 5745 | 12/1969 |
| St Louis-San Francisco Railway (Frisco) | 926-928 | 34245-34247 | 7129 | 10/1968 |
| St Louis-San Francisco Railway (Frisco) | 929-942 | 35477-35490 | 7194 | 9/1969-10/1969 |
| St Louis-San Francisco Railway (Frisco) | 943-948 | 35583-35588 | 7204 | 12/1969 |
| St Louis-Southwestern Railway (Cotton Belt) | 9152-9155 | 35753-35756 | 7215 | 1/1970 |
| Southern Pacific | 9124-9151 | 35761-35788 | 7217 | 12/1969-3/1970 |
| Southern | 3160-3169, 3100-3104 | 36109-36123 | 5755 | 3/1970 |
| Burlington Northern | 6472-6491 | 36361-36380 | 7261 | 6/1970-7/1970 |
| Santa Fe | 5622-5624 | 36491-36493 | 5763 | 6/1970 |
| Santa Fe | 5615-5621 | 36494-36500 | 7267 | 6/1970 |
| Burlington Northern | 6492-6497 | 36794-36799 | 7279 | 8/1970-9/1970 |
| Burlington Northern | 6498-6542 | 37106-37150 | 5773 | 5/1971-8/1971 |
| Seaboard Coast Line | 2024-2044 | 37715-37735 | 5784 | 9/1971-10/1971 |
| Colorado & Southern | 868-874 | 38366-38372 | 5788 | 10/1971 |
| Burlington Northern | 6543-6567 | 5794-1/25 | 5794 | 11/1971-12/1971 |
Reused Serials
| Owner | Road Number(s) | Serial Number(s) | Order Number | Completion Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern | 3120 | 33597 | 8084 | 4/1970 |
SD45-2
Total Built = 136
| Owner | Road Number(s) | Serial Number(s) | Completion Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erie Lackawanna | 3669-3681 | 7381-1 thru 7381-13 | 10/1972 |
| Clinchfield | 3607-3616 | 7382-1 thru 7382-10 | 11/1972 |
| Santa Fe | 5625-5661 | 7391-1 thru 7391-37 | 5/1972 |
| Santa Fe | 5662-5704 | 72642-1 thru 72642-43 | 5/1973-6/1973 |
| Clinchfield | 3617-3624 | 73773-1 thru 73773-8 | 2/1974 |
| Seaboard Coast Line | 2045-2059 | 74601-1 thru 74601-15 | 8/1974-9/1974 |
| Santa Fe | 5705-5714 | 74603-1 thru 74603-10 | 5/1974 |
It's the early Conrail era as Erie Lackawanna SDP45 #3636 leads a westbound freight near Alden, New York on December 14, 1976. American-Rails.com collection.SDP45
Total Built = 52
| Owner | Road Number(s) | Serial Number(s) | Order Number | Completion Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Pacific | 3200-3209 | 32849-32858 | 5/1967-7/1967 | 7955 |
| Great Northern | 326-333 | 33041-33048 | 7979 | 7/1967-8/1967 |
| Erie Lackawanna | 3635-3653 | 34976-34994 | 7174 | 5/1969-6/1969 |
| Erie Lackawanna | 3654-3661 | 36658-36665 | 7246 | 7/1970-8/1970 |
| Erie Lackawanna | 3662-3668 | 36880-36886 | 7246 | 8/1970 |
SD45X
Total Built = 7
| Owner | Road Number(s) | Serial Number(s) | Order Number | Completion Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electro-Motive (Demonstrator) | 5740 | 34123 | 5740 | 6/1970 |
| Southern Pacific | 9500-9502 | 35741-35743 | 7288 | 8/1970-9/1970 |
| Electro-Motive (Demonstrator) | 4201 (became Southern Pacific #9503) | 36806 | 5751 | 6/1970 |
| Electro-Motive (Demonstrators) | 4202-4203 (became Southern Pacific #9504-9505) | 36807-36808 | 5751 | 2/1971 |
One of the Santa Fe's interesting SD45B's, #5501, was photographed here in Riverdale, Illinois on August 28, 1990. John Eagan, Jr. photo. Author's collection.SD45X
Only seven of this variant were produced in 1970-1971. It was an experimental design which tested EMD's new "Dash 2" upgrades and could produce 4,200 horsepower. The model was also equipped with EMD's latest HT-C truck, which was a standard option on the SD40-2.
Photo Gallery
Erie Lackawanna acquired a large fleet of SD45s and typically used them on runs to and from Chicago. Here, a pair - led by #3627 - have a general merchandise westbound across the Baltimore & Ohio Chicago Terminal at State Line Tower (Chicago) in January, 1972. Roger Puta photo.
Milwaukee Road SD45 #4000 was photographed here at the company's terminal in Bensenville, Illinois in February, 1969. American-Rails.com collection.
Erie Lackawanna SDP45 #3664 and a U36C lead trailers westbound through Hornell, New York on October 16, 1975. Photographer unknown. American-Rails.com collection.
A handsome Santa Fe SD45-2, #5700, shows off its Bicentennial livery in Kansas City on February 26, 1975. J. Primm photo. American-Rails.com collection.Sources
- Foster, Gerald. A Field Guide To Trains. New York: Houghton Mifflin, 1996.
- Marre, Louis A. Diesel Locomotives: The First 50 Years, A Guide To Diesels Built Before 1972. Milwaukee: Kalmbach Publishing Company, 1995.
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If you're seeking a unique outing or a memorable way to celebrate a special occasion, wine tasting train rides in New Jersey offer an experience unlike any other. -
West Pointe Route Timetables (August, 1952)
May 11, 26 08:23 PM
Included here is the complete West Point Route timetables, including the Georgia Railroad, from the August, 1952 edition of the "Official Guide." -
Virginian Railway Timetables (August, 1952)
May 11, 26 04:27 PM
Included here is the Virginian Railway's complete system map and brief timetable listing from the August, 1952 edition of the "Official Guide." -
RF&P Railroad Timetables (August, 1952)
May 11, 26 02:21 PM
Featured here is the Richmond, Frederickburg & Potomac's public timetables from the August, 1952 edition of the "Official Guide." -
Missouri 'Wine Tasting' Train Rides
May 11, 26 12:20 PM
The fusion of scenic vistas, historical charm, and exquisite wines is beautifully encapsulated in Missouri's wine tasting train experiences. -
Minnesota 'Wine Tasting' Train Rides
May 11, 26 12:19 PM
This article takes you on a journey through Minnesota's wine tasting trains, offering a unique perspective on this novel adventure. -
Alabama - Whiskey Tasting - Train Rides
May 11, 26 12:14 PM
With a little planning, you can build a memorable whiskey-and-rails getaway in the Heart of Dixie. -
Washington 'Murder Mystery' Dinner Train Rides
May 11, 26 12:11 PM
This article delves into what makes murder mystery dinner train rides in Washington State such a captivating experience. -
Nevada 'Murder Mystery' Train Rides
May 11, 26 12:09 PM
Seamlessly blending the romance of train travel with the allure of a theatrical whodunit, these excursions promise suspense, delight, and an unforgettable journey through Nevada’s heart. -
Kentucky 'Murder Mystery' Dinner Train Rides
May 11, 26 12:06 PM
In the realm of unique travel experiences, Kentucky offers an enchanting twist that entices both locals and tourists alike: murder mystery dinner train rides. -
Original Norfolk Southern Timetables (January, 1930)
May 11, 26 10:06 AM
Featured here is the complete timetable listing of the original Norfolk Southern Railway from the January, 1930 edition of the "Official Guide." -
Atlantic and Danville Railway: Serving Southern VA
May 11, 26 09:50 AM
The Atlantic and Danville Railway (reporting mark AD), often referred to in its early years as the Atlantic & Danville Railroad, stands as a quintessential example of late-19th-century American railro… -
Interstate Railroad Timetables (January, 1910)
May 11, 26 09:25 AM
Featured here is the Interstate Railroad's very brief timetable listing from the January, 1910 edition of the "Official Guide Of The Railways." -
Virginia "Whiskey Tasting" Train Rides
May 10, 26 01:01 PM
Among the Virginia Scenic Railway's most popular specialty excursions is the “Bourbon & BBQ” tasting train, an adults-oriented rail journey that pairs scenic views of the Shenandoah Valley wit… -
Tennessee 'Whiskey Tasting' Train Rides
May 10, 26 12:58 PM
Here’s what to know, who to watch, and how to plan an unforgettable rail-and-whiskey experience in the Volunteer State. -
New York 'Dinner Train' Rides In The Adirondacks
May 10, 26 12:51 PM
Operating over a restored segment of the former New York Central’s Adirondack Division, the Adirondack Railroad has steadily rebuilt both track and public interest in passenger rail across the region.
