February 2025
The February 2025 issue of Trains Magazine.
Featured
In this Issue
Coal demand kickstarted the nation’s first point-to-point, single-railroad unit train
Where to find operating steam locomotives in 2025
Only Norfolk Southern embraced the trailers equally at home on the road and on the railroad
A road grader tests a conductor’s willpower
U.S. Route 287 follows the BNSF almost the entire way between Amarillo and Fort Worth
Images of railroading from Ontario-based photographer Steve Host
In every issue
News, p. 4
- G&W’s CEO says the rail industry needs to innovate; Amtrak launches Floridian
Bill Stephens, p. 8
- What will happen if railroads can’t grow?
John Hankey, p. 10
- When disaster strikes, are railroads obligated to help the communities they serve?
Brian Solomon, p. 48
- Changing trains is an opportunity for photos, but don’t miss your connection!
Preservation, p. 50
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Western Railway Museum receives legacy BART cars
