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ATVR Reviews Pentrex

Along the Hudson Division combo

Producer: Pentrex Timeframe: 1992 Locations: Penn Station to Albany Length: One hour 30 minutes A two for one bonus DVD. Hudson Division, FL-9 type locomotives were the main power. Amtrak’s Turbo Trains is the bonus. This review shall independently look at the two shows. A combined rating at the end. The release is on a […]

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ATVR Reviews Pentrex

Pittsburgh Mainlines

Producer: Pentrex Timeframe: 1999 Locations: Pittsburgh area Length: 2 hours 16 minutes Tour the Steel City with: Conrail, CSX, Union Railroad and Amtrak. This is prior to Norfolk Southern. There is a surprising amount of rail action, in Pittsburgh. Memorable settings for the trains, as well. A detailed Chapter Menu displays many locations. Conway Yard, […]

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A&R Productions ATVR Reviews

Whistler’s Western – The Boston & Albany RR

Producer: A&R Timeframe: 1934-1989 Locations: B&A Length:1 hour Sources: Blackhawk collection This comprehensive, historical overview is complete. History from the 1830s. Films dating back to the 1930’s, document the constant activity. The Conrail era brings the B&A current, as of the production year. Conrail footage bookends the story. The writers dove deep on this program. […]