The diesel is needed whether we like it or not, still an awesome train to watch. Also, the diesel being the Western Pacific Heritage Unit was a nice touch imo
@@Strasburg_Railfaner611I knew that, feel like that still falls under needing the engine. But either way, glad I was able to see it regardless of having diesel power or not
Not nearly as impressive as it would be without the diesel holding it's hand ... Still impressive, but just sayn..
The diesel is needed whether we like it or not, still an awesome train to watch. Also, the diesel being the Western Pacific Heritage Unit was a nice touch imo
The diesel isn’t needed they just want it for dynamic braking to reduce the use of expensive brake shoes
@@Strasburg_Railfaner611I knew that, feel like that still falls under needing the engine. But either way, glad I was able to see it regardless of having diesel power or not