C&O 614 Winter Coal Trains During January 1985, C & O Class J3a 4-8-4 614 made a series of revenue runs on the Chessie System between Huntington and Hinton, WV. The purpose of these runs was to develop a baseline of computer data to aid in the development of a new generation of steam locomotive. This fine documentary presents the full story of the ambitious program by American Coal Enterprises to design and build the ACE 3000. You'll also thrill to dramatic full color coverage of the 614 pulling coal trains on a grueling series of test runs during the record setting 1985 cold snap. Beautifully photographed trackside sequences and exciting pacing scenes are included. The well researched and informative script is complemented by interviews with Ross Rowland, founder of American Coal Enterprises. 60 Minutes - Color - Sound 614: Chessie Safety Express Here's the story of the famous Chessie Safety Express excursions of 1980 - 81 pulled by restored Chesapeake & Ohio Class J3a 4-8-4 614. This fine documentary presents the complete history of the 614 from its days a a passenger and freight hauler to its overhaul and operation in excursion service. Included are interviews with Ross Rowland, steam entrepreneur and owner of the might 614. Thrilling full color trackside and in cab scenes show the Safety Express in action at a variety of locations including Baltimore's Camden Station, Harpers Ferry, 17 mile and Sand Patch grades, the James River line in VA and the scenic line between Huntington and Hinton, WV. An informative narration by Jim Boyd, makes the program in important addition to your video collection. 60 Minutes - Color - Sound - Narrated |
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