Railfan & Railroad Magazine September 2024

Since 1974, Railfan & Railroad takes you trackside! From main lines to short lines, passenger and freight, steam to diesel (and electric, too!), each issue puts you right in the middle of the action. In each issue you'll enjoy the latest industry news paired with our expert columnists exploring the exciting world of railroading. In-depth features with stunning color photography and detailed maps make you feel like you're there.

FEATURES:

• China After Steam • by Ben Kletzer — Despite the end of steam in China, there are still many interesting operations to see, ride, and photograph, like the vintage streetcars and industrial trams of Dalian.
• 2024 Center Spread Contest Winners • Special — Each year, we ask our readers to submit their best shots for consideration in our Center Spread Contest. From hundreds of potential candidates, these are the ones that stood out.
• SEPTA Silverliner Heritage • by Michael T. Burkhart — Philadelphia’s Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority celebrates its 50th anniversary with a series of heritage tributes on its workhorse Silverliner electric m.u. cars.
• Oregon Trunk Chronicles  • by Scott Lothes —The attraction of this scenic and often lonely stretch of railroad through Oregon’s Deschutes River canyon is strong, with the results alternately frustrating and extremely gratifying.
• MBTA Orange Line: A Total Transformation • by Tim Doherty — What used to be an elderly elevated rapid transit line connecting the north and south sides of Boston was transformed in the 1970s and 1980s into a modern system with suburban extensions.