December 16, 2009 07:22PM
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I would think that a run from Antonito to Alamosa would almost have to be separate from the rest of the C&TS
And I don't think that it would be something to have for regular service either, but rather special service. Simply because there are no locomotives to have regular every day service. C&TS as of next year may have 5 locomotives, but right now only have 4. 3 are in regular service, leaving one backup/being serviced.
One more engine really only makes servicing the locomotives easier, but does not necessarily give you another locomotive to open a new service. You want a new service, your going to need both 492 and 483 to make that happen realistically.
Its a nice dream, and if we do get a third rail, I can't see it allowing regular narrow gauge steam trains for at least another 5 years, because the C&TS or the SL&RG would need to go about restoring at least 1, if not 2 more engines, come up with extra rolling stock (the old box cars to start?)
But as stated, its not very scenic, but on the plus side, the 28 mile trip is shorter, allows for much higher average speed. So perhaps non-railfan customers who don't want to spend a whole day on the train may very much like to trade the scenery for a shorter trip. You could run several trains per day between Antonito and Alamosa.
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