New Haven Power in Color Vol. 2
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New Haven Power in Color Vol. 2 offers a vibrant photographic exploration of the road-switching and second-generation locomotives operated by the New Haven Railroad. This hardcover edition, published by Morning Sun Books, features 128 pages dedicated to a significant period in the railroad's motive power legacy. As the second volume in a four-part series, it provides an in-depth examination of locomotive models that have shaped New Haven's operations during the diesel era.
The book opens with a focus on the Alco road-switchers, discussing models such as the RS1, RS2, RS3, and RS11. Each of these locomotives played pivotal roles in freight transport and general railway services, highlighting the variety of diesel engines that the New Haven maintained. The narrative then transitions to the Fairbanks-Morse H16-44 units, covering both passenger and freight configurations, which further enriches the locomotive story of the railroad.
New Haven Power in Color Vol. 2 also includes insights into the unique EMD road-switchers operated by the railroad, spotlighting 30 dual-purpose GP9s. Their inclusion underscores the diversity within New Haven's diesel fleet, providing readers with additional context regarding the company’s locomotive strategies. This volume also explores New Haven’s second-generation power, such as the Alco C-425s and GE U25Bs, rounding out the coverage of the railroad's later diesel acquisitions.
This book serves as a valuable reference not only for railroad historians and New Haven aficionados but also for model railroaders and collectors of photographic literature on railroads. The 128-page hardcover format acts as a substantial visual archive, preserving the memories and historical significance of these locomotives in New Haven's storied past.
As part of a comprehensive four-volume series dedicated to New Haven motive power, New Haven Power in Color Vol. 2 presents a focused insight into key locomotive classes that are fundamental for understanding the railroad’s diesel epoch. Its mix of colorful photography and meticulously detailed locomotive narratives makes this volume an essential addition to any railroad library dedicated to the rich history of the New Haven Railroad.
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