Western Railroad Discussion > Toto Tuesday: UP 5501 at 1st light

I spent an enjoyable day between Marysville, KS & Fairbury, NE on Monday (19th). I shot in several familiar spots and picked up a few brand new locations as well.
The day started out with scenes of UP 5501 greeting the morning sun with a very long manifest. I've seen this train a few times now, and am always amazed by how
long it is. So long that the DP unit has always been cut into the rear portion of the train. One of these days I'll memorize the train symbol, but for now I'll
rely on someone with easier access to the train's ID.

Enjoy 1st light in north-central Kansas UP 5501-style...

1. & 2. UP 5501 emerges out of a long Nebraska night. The elevator in Herkimer, KS is also receiving the first morning rays of sunshine.

3. The 5501 is in silhouette crossing over 6th Rd in Herkimer.

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4. Looking south the 5501 is now crossing US hwy 77 entering Marysville.

5. After a crew change the 5501 is just a couple of minutes away from continuing its march to Kansas City.

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6. & 7. Coming & going from the Matador Rd. overpass east of Upland, KS.
(all photos taken November 19, 2012)

Thanks for the coffee!
Lance Garrels
santafe199

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Nice shots, Lance! I really admire your back lit or the 'glint' shots you post...

mojaveflyer Wrote:

> Nice shots, Lance! I really admire your back lit
> or the 'glint' shots you post...

Thank you, Sir! I'm always willing to tackle any shooting angle and sometimes I get lucky.

Lance

Great little essay there Sir L. The train in question is the MNPKC.
Charlie
MP 53 on the BNSF Topeka Sub

nikon1 Wrote:

> ............. The train in question is the MNPKC.
> Charlie

Thanks, Charlie. With those initials I'm guessing this is a "catch-all" train for clearing all misc KC traffic out of Bailey Yard...

Lance

Shot #4 - great perspective - great mood shot...nice to see anything other than the standard 3/4 wedge shot that has to be in the bright sun. Thx

Ahh yes, I remember catching this through Lawrence yesterday. I thought those two BNSF "wing" cars were odd finds in this train.

- Jeff

NIIIICE set of pics!!!! Thanks for sharing.