The action continues as train VW-1 arrived in Weehawken. A crew change was made and will now depart as train WR-1 - Weehawken to Rock Ridge.
The yard is busy as Weehawken had another train ready to head to Philadelphia. However, since VW-1 ran late due to mechanical failure, he's given priority to head out.
Sir 1:87th Sir Neal has given instructions to his railroad management to make sure this train gets into Rock Ridge as quickly as possible!
At Little Jamaica, an approach signal is at the ready as he rolls thru the interlocking area.
Due to congestion at Rock Ridge Yard, Tower Operator 1/87th John B is having WR-1 wait for the train to clear as he needs to run him thru the north end of the yard. An unusual move, however 1/87th Sir Larry is overseeing the move from the tower.
They're crossing him over at CP East. This route will take them past some other industries such as Tropicana and Cargill.
In the background is Ideal Auto Parts, a major supplier to the Ford Motor Plant outside Empire City.
That Cargill facility towers over the area. Not sure what they have 'cooking' today, but I'm sure it's something that will be used in some of our favorite foods...
Traffic against WR-1 is being held as the train is entering the yard, passing CP Rock. This is the north end of the yard. Sir 1/87th Neal has accumulated so much land in the area, he can afford to have the yard double ended and accessible from both the NJ and PA leads without burning up fuel and man hours.
As 1/87th Sir Larry shows us, train WR-1 is now in the yard and will be classified so the locals can get the freight delivered with the least amount of down time.
That's all for now. Next up, freight needs to be delivered for Cargill, R.M.O. Electric and a host of others. Stay tuned!
To: Rock Ridge / West Mill
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Acknowledge arrival of Train VR-1 at Rock Ridge Yard. Nice job by the Tower men expediting the trains arrival bypassing the normal congestion of the area.
Terminal Yard out...
Another very nicely done installment Sir Neal! I enjoyed the photos of the engines meeting the signals. They give a real feel to the action. Rock Ridge looks like it will be supplying plenty of action in the days to come! 1/87th Sir Larry and John B outdid themselves!Looking forward to the next moves!
Nice job I like the evening shots and especially the 2 slightly blurred photos of the locos 'speeding' past the signals. Gives a great illusion of speed. Very clever. Clearly the APRR is enjoying a very busy period. Must be the Christmas rush.
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Acknowledge arrival of Train VR-1 at Rock Ridge Yard
West Mill out.
The last shot reminds me how impressive your yard is!