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ATVR Reviews Machines of Iron

The Return of Stampede Pass

Producer: Machines of Iron Locations: Auburn, Ellensburg, Yakima… Timeframe: 1996 Length: 69 minutes Source: Rob Simpson BNSF had reopened Stampede Pass after a decade of closure. This famous Northern Pacific line was constructed in very rugged country. Now refurbished and upgraded. Here is a first look at the BNSF operation. This route is between Auburn […]

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A&R Productions ATVR Reviews

Rocky Mountain Mainlines of the Rio Grande

Producer: A&R/ Steve Bransfield Locations: Joint Line, Minturn, Tennessee Pass… Timeframe: 1950s – 1970s Length: 48 minutes Source: Blackhawk collection Various diesel and limited steam in vintage action within Colorado. Blackhawk collection. Plenty of famous locations. Mixture of longview scenic scenes with close shots as trains pass the camera. Rio Grande is the star of […]

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ATVR Reviews Revelation Video

Covered Wagons 1, 1978 North American Survey

Producer: Revelation Video, T&TI Locations: USA, Canada, Mexico Timeframe: 1978 Length: 73 minutes Source: Chris Skow Here is a recent reissue of this Revelation Video title. Nationwide coverage as filmed by Chris Skow. 8 also traveled into Mexico and Canada. Covered Wagons from Electromotive locomotives. Alco and MLW are shown. Even stored Baldwin. A single […]