The Last Frontier: Alaska Railroad Freight Train Action

Known as "The Last Frontier," the State of Alaska offers unmatched rugged scenery and a tough climate to handle. Running through the heart of the state, is the Alaska Railroad. The main line runs between Fairbanks and Anchorage, with further connections to the Ocean at Seward and Whittier to the South. Most of the main freight trains use EMD SD70MAC power, with the GP38 power usually used for MOW trains.

Alaska has been on my bucket list to visit, and in October 2021, I had the opportunity to visit for a handful of days. In this video, I explored the areas mainly between Wasilla and Anchorage. On these particular days, the ARR was running gravel trains from the various mine pits to the North, for export and use to the South. The Fairbanks to Anchorage manifest runs during the late night hours, which is why Summer is a prime time to see them in action.

I look forward to returning to Alaska in the near future and exploring more!

Thanks for watching! | Video and Content by MichaelLovesTrains 2022
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