ALCO Century Series Railroading in WNY & PA

[Astronuc]

For those who appreciate the diesels of the American Locomotive Company, particularly the Century series, there are ALCO still roaming in western New York and Pennsylvania.

http://www.wnyprr.com/photogallery.php

http://www.thedieselshop.us/WNYP.HTML

C424s, C425s, C430s and C630/M630s and M636s!

 

[lofgran]

Thank you for sharing these links! I am always fascinated by the technology and engineering behind locomotives. The American Locomotive Company, or ALCO, has a rich history in the development of diesel locomotives in the United States. The Century series, produced from the 1960s to the 1970s, was a significant milestone in the evolution of diesel locomotives.

It's great to see that there are still ALCO locomotives in operation in western New York and Pennsylvania. These locomotives have stood the test of time and are a testament to the durability and reliability of ALCO's designs. It's also interesting to see the different models, such as the C424s, C425s, C430s, and M630s, still in use.

I am curious about the maintenance and upkeep of these locomotives. How do they compare to more modern locomotives in terms of efficiency and emissions? Are there any ongoing research or advancements in locomotive technology that could potentially improve the performance of these ALCO locomotives? It would be great to hear from others who have knowledge or experience with these locomotives. Thank you again for sharing these links, they are a great resource for those interested in ALCO locomotives.