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Jacob Rink's Collection
 
5/4/2024
 
 
 
 
 
Owner: Reading Blue Mountain & Northern
Model:BLW 4-8-4Built As:RDG 2044 (2-8-0)
Serial Number:58329Order No:
Frame Number:27X32 cylinders, 70" driversBuilt:3/1925
Notes:Ex BMRG 2102
Other locos with this serial:  RDG 2102(4-8-4) RBMN 2102(4-8-4) DH 302(4-8-4) BMRG 2102(4-8-4)
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The Anthracite Express Returns
Title:  The Anthracite Express Returns
Description:  Reading T1 #2102 departs North Reading Yard with 50 coal hoppers. Running as RBMN PNEX, this is the 4-8-4's first major test run in over 30 years
Photo Date:  4/26/2022  Upload Date: 5/6/2022 3:40:15 PM
Location:  Tuckerton, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4) RBMN 1541(MP15DC)
Views:  153   Comments: 0
On the High Iron
Title:  On the High Iron
Description:  Reading 4-8-4 #2102 makes a good run through Kerns on the approach to Port Clinton as multiple chasers follow.
Photo Date:  4/26/2022  Upload Date: 5/6/2022 3:41:33 PM
Location:  Hamburg, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  138   Comments: 0
In the Woods
Title:  In the Woods
Description:  After making a quick stop at PN, RBMN PNEX with T1 #2102 rounds an S-Curve between Port Clinton and Molino
Photo Date:  4/26/2022  Upload Date: 5/6/2022 3:42:42 PM
Location:  Molino, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  131   Comments: 0
Steam Splits the Signals
Title:  Steam Splits the Signals
Description:  Reading & Northern 2102 is seen between the signals at Haucks, switching from former RDG to CNJ trackage.
Photo Date:  4/26/2022  Upload Date: 5/6/2022 3:43:36 PM
Location:  Haucks, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  122   Comments: 0
A First Time for Everything
Title:  A First Time for Everything
Description:  Reading 4-8-4 2102 rounds the 'new' leg of the wye at Jim Thorpe Junction for the first time ever with a 50-car empty coal train in tow.
Photo Date:  4/26/2022  Upload Date: 5/6/2022 3:45:22 PM
Location:  Nesquehoning Junction, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  108   Comments: 0
Oldies at Nesquehoning Junction
Title:  Oldies at Nesquehoning Junction
Description:  RBMN PNEX shoves back past Nesquehoning Jct tower with Reading #2102.
Photo Date:  4/26/2022  Upload Date: 5/6/2022 3:46:07 PM
Location:  Nesquehoning Junction, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  134   Comments: 0
Inspection Time
Title:  Inspection Time
Description:  After a successful test run, Reading T1 #2102 is serviced at Jim Thorpe before returning south
Photo Date:  4/26/2022  Upload Date: 5/6/2022 3:47:07 PM
Location:  Jim Thorpe, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  119   Comments: 0
Jim Thorpe Classics
Title:  Jim Thorpe Classics
Description:  Reading & Northern PNEX departs Jim Thorpe with 2102, passing former NS F9A 270
Photo Date:  4/26/2022  Upload Date: 5/6/2022 3:48:48 PM
Location:  Jim Thorpe, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4) RBMN 270(F9A)
Views:  137   Comments: 0
Steam in the Rain
Title:  Steam in the Rain
Description:  Reading T1 #2102 departs Jim Thorpe with 50 empty hoppers in the rain
Photo Date:  4/26/2022  Upload Date: 5/6/2022 3:51:57 PM
Location:  Jim Thorpe, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4) RBMN 270(F9A)
Views:  112   Comments: 0
Running up the Hill
Title:  Running up the Hill
Description:  Reading 2102 puts on an excellent show as it pulls 50 empty hoppers solo through Nesquehoning
Photo Date:  4/26/2022  Upload Date: 5/6/2022 3:53:42 PM
Location:  Nesquehoning, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  95   Comments: 0
Put to the Test
Title:  Put to the Test
Description:  Reading 4-8-4 #2102 has made it up Hometown Hill but still works hard as RBMN PNEX approaches Haucks
Photo Date:  4/26/2022  Upload Date: 5/6/2022 3:56:40 PM
Location:  Haucks, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  149   Comments: 0
Steam in the Spring
Title:  Steam in the Spring
Description:  T1 #2102 brings PNEX into Tamaqua, passing the trees in bloom along the right of way. The 4-8-4 would drop the 50 hoppers in Tamaqua Yard
Photo Date:  4/26/2022  Upload Date: 5/6/2022 3:57:43 PM
Location:  Tamaqua, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  119   Comments: 0
The Spin Cycle
Title:  The Spin Cycle
Description:  After dropping their train of empty hoppers in QA Yard, Reading #2102 runs light to Haucks to spin the engine before ending their day in PN
Photo Date:  4/26/2022  Upload Date: 5/6/2022 3:59:25 PM
Location:  Tamaqua, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  116   Comments: 0
Letting Off Steam
Title:  Letting Off Steam
Description:  Reading and Northern T1 #2102 exits the engine shops for another test run
Photo Date:  5/20/2022  Upload Date: 7/13/2022 3:49:13 PM
Location:  Port Clinton, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  91   Comments: 0
Steam Freight Take Two
Title:  Steam Freight Take Two
Description:  Reading & Northern 2102 is put to the test yet again, seen here hauling 100 empty hoppers to Tamaqua past the banjo signal at Port Clinton
Photo Date:  5/20/2022  Upload Date: 7/13/2022 3:49:42 PM
Location:  Port Clinton, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  91   Comments: 0
Through the Fields
Title:  Through the Fields
Description:  RBMN PNEX heads north for Tamaqua with 4-8-4 2102 on the point
Photo Date:  5/20/2022  Upload Date: 7/13/2022 3:50:09 PM
Location:  Molino, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  84   Comments: 0
Steam is Back!
Title:  Steam is Back!
Description:  Just one week before the first Iron Horse Ramble, Reading T1 class #2102 hauls an empty freight train through New Ringgold
Photo Date:  5/20/2022  Upload Date: 7/13/2022 3:51:11 PM
Location:  New Ringgold, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  93   Comments: 0
Drawing a Crowd
Title:  Drawing a Crowd
Description:  Reading & Northern 2102 passes through Zenners with 100 empty coal hoppers, bringing many locals and railfans trackside
Photo Date:  5/20/2022  Upload Date: 7/13/2022 3:51:45 PM
Location:  Zenners, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  95   Comments: 0
Back to the Shops
Title:  Back to the Shops
Description:  After pulling 50 freight cars tender first back to PN, RBMN 2102 heads back to the steam shops after another successful test run
Photo Date:  5/20/2022  Upload Date: 7/13/2022 3:53:46 PM
Location:  Port Clinton, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  89   Comments: 0
The Day Has Arrived
Title:  The Day Has Arrived
Description:  After a multi-year restoration project and several test runs, RBMN #2102 finally pulls its first excursion train in over 30 years between Reading & Jim Thorpe, seen here at Berne
Photo Date:  5/28/2022  Upload Date: 7/18/2022 1:13:36 PM
Location:  Berne, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  56   Comments: 0
Millers Crossing
Title:  Millers Crossing
Description:  T1 #2102 brings the first Iron Horse Ramble trip of 2022 through Millers Crossing
Photo Date:  5/28/2022  Upload Date: 7/18/2022 1:14:51 PM
Location:  Molino, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  43   Comments: 0
Working in the Rain
Title:  Working in the Rain
Description:  Reading T1 #2102 storms up the grade at Haucks in a downpour on the way to Jim Thorpe
Photo Date:  5/28/2022  Upload Date: 7/18/2022 1:15:50 PM
Location:  Haucks, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  47   Comments: 0
Return of the Rambles
Title:  Return of the Rambles
Description:  RBMN 2102 brings OSJT through Nesquehoning on the Ex CNJ main to Jim Thorpe
Photo Date:  5/28/2022  Upload Date: 7/18/2022 1:16:48 PM
Location:  Nesquehoning, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  48   Comments: 0
Storming out of Nesquehoning
Title:  Storming out of Nesquehoning
Description:  Reading & Northern 2102 brings the first Iron Horse Ramble excursion around the curve in Nesquehoning
Photo Date:  5/28/2022  Upload Date: 7/18/2022 1:17:47 PM
Location:  Nesquehoning, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  47   Comments: 0
Whistling for Church Road
Title:  Whistling for Church Road
Description:  The sun finally makes it presence known as 2102 rolls south through Haucks
Photo Date:  5/28/2022  Upload Date: 7/18/2022 1:19:14 PM
Location:  Haucks, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  46   Comments: 0
East Mahanoy Junction
Title:  East Mahanoy Junction
Description:  RBMN JTOS passes through EMX on the way back to Outer Station
Photo Date:  5/28/2022  Upload Date: 7/18/2022 1:21:39 PM
Location:  East Mahanoy Junction, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  39   Comments: 0
Put to the Test
Title:  Put to the Test
Description:  Reading T1 #2102 makes track speed through Zenners on the RBMN Mainline
Photo Date:  5/28/2022  Upload Date: 7/18/2022 1:27:33 PM
Location:  Zenners, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  41   Comments: 0
Welcome Back 2102
Title:  Welcome Back 2102
Description:  Reading & Northern 4-8-4 2102 passes through Millers Crossing with a sold-out train of happy passengers
Photo Date:  5/28/2022  Upload Date: 7/18/2022 1:28:13 PM
Location:  Molino, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  55   Comments: 0
Round Two
Title:  Round Two
Description:  The 2nd Iron Horse Ramble of 2022 passes through Hamburg on the RBMN Reading Division with 2102 leading the way
Photo Date:  7/2/2022  Upload Date: 7/27/2022 10:13:19 AM
Location:  Hamburg, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  101   Comments: 0
Uphill at Atlas
Title:  Uphill at Atlas
Description:  T1 #2102 brings OSJT through Atlas on the RBMN mainline
Photo Date:  7/2/2022  Upload Date: 7/27/2022 10:21:30 AM
Location:  West Penn, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  84   Comments: 0
Flying the Flags
Title:  Flying the Flags
Description:  RBMN 2102 starts its downhill trek towards Nesquehoning at Carbon
Photo Date:  7/2/2022  Upload Date: 7/27/2022 10:28:46 AM
Location:  Haucks, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  78   Comments: 0
Rolling Into Town
Title:  Rolling Into Town
Description:  Reading T1 2102 passes through the town of Nesquehoning on the way to Jim Thorpe
Photo Date:  7/2/2022  Upload Date: 7/27/2022 11:01:41 AM
Location:  Nesquehoning, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  91   Comments: 0
Spin Cycle
Title:  Spin Cycle
Description:  RBMN 4-8-4 2102 spins its trainset around the wye at JT Jct while the passengers enjoy several hours in town
Photo Date:  7/2/2022  Upload Date: 7/27/2022 11:07:04 AM
Location:  Jim Thorpe, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  79   Comments: 0
Storming back Home
Title:  Storming back Home
Description:  Reading & Northern 2102 starts back to Outer Station
Photo Date:  7/2/2022  Upload Date: 7/27/2022 11:02:50 AM
Location:  Nesquehoning, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  72   Comments: 0
Steam at Haucks
Title:  Steam at Haucks
Description:  Reading T1 2102 is back on home rails at Haucks as they reach the end up the heavy uphill grade from Jim Thorpe
Photo Date:  7/2/2022  Upload Date: 7/27/2022 10:31:41 AM
Location:  Haucks, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  124   Comments: 0
Bringing Out the Crowds
Title:  Bringing Out the Crowds
Description:  Reading 2102 is seen from above at Millers Crossing as the crowds of onlookers watch the 4-8-4 lead the 2nd Iron Horse Ramble of 2022.
Photo Date:  7/2/2022  Upload Date: 7/27/2022 11:17:09 AM
Location:  Molino, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  94   Comments: 0
Another Successful Trip
Title:  Another Successful Trip
Description:  The 2nd Iron Horse Ramble rolls into North Reading
Photo Date:  7/2/2022  Upload Date: 7/27/2022 11:18:17 AM
Location:  Muhlenberg, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  94   Comments: 0
Splitting the Signals
Title:  Splitting the Signals
Description:  The 3rd Iron Horse Ramble of 2022 passes the 73 signals at Berne with both of RBMN's steam locomotives on the point
Photo Date:  8/13/2022  Upload Date: 8/23/2022 11:49:43 AM
Location:  Berne, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4) RBMN 425(4-6-2)
Views:  77   Comments: 0
Steam Doubleheader
Title:  Steam Doubleheader
Description:  Reading & Northern 2102 and 425 bring the Iron Horse Ramble excursion through Atlas on the way to Jim Thorpe
Photo Date:  8/13/2022  Upload Date: 8/23/2022 11:50:35 AM
Location:  West Penn, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4) RBMN 425(4-6-2)
Views:  75   Comments: 0
Double the Steam at Nesquehoning
Title:  Double the Steam at Nesquehoning
Description:  RBMN OSJT passes through Nesquehoning with 2102/425 leading the way
Photo Date:  8/13/2022  Upload Date: 8/23/2022 11:51:34 AM
Location:  Nesquehoning, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
Categories: 
Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4) RBMN 425(4-6-2)
Views:  67   Comments: 0
Wying the Train
Title:  Wying the Train
Description:  Reading and Northern 2102 & 425 spin their train at Jim Thorpe Jct
Photo Date:  8/13/2022  Upload Date: 8/23/2022 11:52:20 AM
Location:  Nesquehoning Junction, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
Categories: 
Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4) RBMN 425(4-6-2)
Views:  60   Comments: 0
Drawing a Crowd
Title:  Drawing a Crowd
Description:  RBMN 2102 & 425 shove back to Jim Thorpe as a group of railfans looks on
Photo Date:  8/13/2022  Upload Date: 8/23/2022 11:53:31 AM
Location:  Nesquehoning Junction, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
Categories: 
Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4) RBMN 425(4-6-2)
Views:  44   Comments: 0
Picking Up the Boss
Title:  Picking Up the Boss
Description:  Reading & Northern T1 2102 is stopped at Tamaqua Station to pick up CEO Andy Muller before continuing into Tamaqua Yard to pick up a loaded freight train
Photo Date:  8/19/2022  Upload Date: 8/24/2022 9:44:07 AM
Location:  Tamaqua, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  39   Comments: 0
Revenue Steam Freight
Title:  Revenue Steam Freight
Description:  Reading & Northern PNEX passes American Coal company with 4-8-4 2102 leading 28 freight cars for North Reading
Photo Date:  8/19/2022  Upload Date: 8/24/2022 9:44:48 AM
Location:  South Tamaqua, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  84   Comments: 0
Rolling Coal by American Coal
Title:  Rolling Coal by American Coal
Description:  RBMN T1 #2102 passes by the American Coal Company as it takes a loaded coal/hopper train down to Reading
Photo Date:  8/19/2022  Upload Date: 8/24/2022 9:45:18 AM
Location:  South Tamaqua, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  68   Comments: 0
A Steam-Filled Extra
Title:  A Steam-Filled Extra
Description:  Reading & Northern PNEX passes MP88 in New Ringgold with 2102 leading the way
Photo Date:  8/19/2022  Upload Date: 8/24/2022 9:46:05 AM
Location:  New Ringgold, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
Categories: 
Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  39   Comments: 0
Highball 2102 South
Title:  Highball 2102 South
Description:  RBMN 2102 makes track speed through Hamburg with a loaded freight train headed for the NS interchange at North Reading
Photo Date:  8/19/2022  Upload Date: 8/24/2022 9:46:53 AM
Location:  Hamburg, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  80   Comments: 0
Steam Freight at Koremart
Title:  Steam Freight at Koremart
Description:  RBMN PNEX passes the Koremart facility in Hamburg
Photo Date:  8/19/2022  Upload Date: 8/24/2022 9:47:34 AM
Location:  Hamburg, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
Categories: 
Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  57   Comments: 0
A Real Life Model Railroad
Title:  A Real Life Model Railroad
Description:  Reading & Northern 4-8-4 #2102 slowly brings a revenue freight train through the scales into North Reading. There aren't many places a steam freight will pass SD50s except for Andy Muller's 1:1 scale model railroad!
Photo Date:  8/19/2022  Upload Date: 8/24/2022 9:49:19 AM
Location:  Tuckerton, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
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Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4) RBMN 5049(SD50) RBMN 5022(SD50)
Views:  128   Comments: 0
Now Arriving at Outer Station
Title:  Now Arriving at Outer Station
Description:  The 28 car RBMN PNEX rolls into Outer Station putting on a nice smoke show, and will soon begin to switch out their train.
Photo Date:  8/19/2022  Upload Date: 8/24/2022 9:59:07 AM
Location:  Muhlenberg, PA
Author:  Jacob Rink
Categories: 
Locomotives:  RBMN 2102(4-8-4)
Views:  72   Comments: 0


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