I'm overjoyed to hear the 90s whistle is back on her. She has her original voice again after so long. It's definitely gomna need some tuning as it sounds a bit too raspy, but nonetheless its great to see Claytor Changed his mind after all these years
I deffiinatly agree with you on that because the new whistle that was just put on her sounds more true to her currently because it resembles her original whistle she wore in the early 1990s!
This is an all-time classic. The scene of the two trains passing each other is precious. As for that whistle on the 611, it has the same pitch/timbre/volume, and even echo, of whisltes heard on nearly all N&W Y6a and Y6b power in numerous videos shot in the 1940s and early 1950s of mostly coal being hauled through the mountains of Virginia and West Virginia. These are easily found on UA-cam. Thanks for giving great joy to numerous steamer rail fans with this production.
I am so excited to have booked a ride on 611 for the final runs at Strasburg. She's my second favorite locomotive, and I have never seen her in person. I was doubtful that I would ever see her in operation, let alone ride her behind her. Circumstances made it impossible to go see her at Strasburg prior to her last weekend of operation. I was resigned to having to wait to see her in stagnant display in Roanoke after she returns and hope I could sniff the odors from recent operation. Now I will be able to do that and recall my one, albeit short, ride.
We tried twice to see 611 in 2021, but the first time they didn't run her for some reason, and the second time, she had mechanical issues. I'm sad that we couldn't ride behind her and see her in operation.
@@TrainsAreReallyCool I am hearing wishful thinking that 611 will operate somewhere in Virginia (near Staunton, maybe?) before the end of 2023. I think that is very optimistic. But I think the refurbish and FRA certification were for much more than to get two seasons in Strasburg and then retire her again. The talk was occurring at the Virginia Museum of Transportation after she arrived there. I have got my fingers crossed, including for you. I saw the interior of the cab and pulled her whistle cord on 6/3. I signalled for a move in reverse, as a wish, because reverse was in the direction of exiting the museum onto operating track.
@@JBS319 Thank you for posting the information, for all prospective riders and interested people. I just saw some rough information last night on the VMT web site. Can you tell all of us where to watch for dates and booking access?
Since she’s headed back to the museum, does this mean she will cease operating again or are there future plans to keep her alive?? Sure would love to see 1218 return to steam!!
Boiler ticket doesn't expire until 2030, and she just got a major overhaul done last year. Nothing has been announced one way or another: it's far too soon to speculate anything.
Update: 611 will be operating on five weekends this fall on mainline excursions out of Staunton, VA on the Buckingham Branch. Purists may find it sacrilege that an N&W locomotive will be operating excursions on the C&O, but it's certainly better than no operations
Classic Norfolk and Western #611. It's on its final runs at Strasburg before heading back home to Virginia for the VMT. The #611 will return to Strasburg Railroad.
Thanks for this great video. I was surprised to see the 611 just push through that switch after the meet. I was expecting to see a crew member throw the switch. While it is obviously possible, I would think it would not be all that good for the track.
@@brianfalzon6739 I have no idea if shes gonna go back to the NCTM or not, but i hope she gets fitted with PTC so she can run on the mainline again because the locomotive she needs to stretch her legs and honestly im kinda tired of her going to NCTM or Roanoke or to Strasburg its been the same 3 locations within the past 5 years, she needs to go to different places and explore new territory!
Not for the foreseeable future. She will be operating fall excursions on the Virginia Scenic Railway, part of the Buckingham Branch Railroad, former C&O main line trackage.
@@laurie1288 oh ok. I dont know much about this engine so any tips helps. I focus on Texas and Pacific stuff. So much appreciated thanks oh and definitely subscribed
Amazing footage, good job!
Very nice! I had my doubts when the video first started. Hang in and watch. Great video!!!
I'm overjoyed to hear the 90s whistle is back on her. She has her original voice again after so long. It's definitely gomna need some tuning as it sounds a bit too raspy, but nonetheless its great to see Claytor Changed his mind after all these years
That wasn't 90 passing, that was 475
That’s not the Claytor whistle
@@vp.7002 by 90s I mean 1990s
@@ToledoRails it isn't?
@@EngineerDaylight nope. Different whistle that’s been properly tuned
Great video of beautiful, beautiful 611...loved it! Thanks so very much!! 🙂❤
Awesome video, I loved your drone shots. Thank you for sharing
Very nice. I love the aerial shots and the closeup of the spring switch in action.
Great video! She is so beautiful!
Great Shots ! Thanks for posting !
Excelent video! Great job!
Very nicely shot,restrained angles with long shots that deliver Audio also excellent!
Great video, fantastic aerial drone shots!
That whistle sounds great. Fantastic. Thank you.
Great video! Thanks for posting this!
I ❤❤❤❤❤ that whistle and all of the audio, and the sight of her steam billowin' as she comes 'round the bend.🚂👌
Scenery beautiful enough to make some puzzles. My favorite rain with the cute little face🩷
Awesome video! I got to see 611 here in 2019 and 2021, and in the former year, the constable told me to leave from the first location in this video.
Great Video! It was really nice meeting you!
Likewise. Hope you had a good time this weekend
@@JBS319 You too!
Awesome!
I got to do a cab ride on her last fall, what an awesome experience. Great piece of history.
I personally love the sound of this whistle more then what 611 was wearing when she was restored.
I deffiinatly agree with you on that because the new whistle that was just put on her sounds more true to her currently because it resembles her original whistle she wore in the early 1990s!
This whistle makes her sound like she's doing 80 and she's only doing 30
This is AMAZING! Love seeing the 611 🚂
Such a beautiful locomotive be a shame if they don't run it when it returns to it's home great video thanks for sharing
Stay tuned for an exciting announcement on future 611 operations at a later date.
at 7:36! goodness! THE BARK ON HER! Now THAT is a stack talk show! great vid
This is an all-time classic. The scene of the two trains passing each other is precious. As for that whistle on the 611, it has the same pitch/timbre/volume, and even echo, of whisltes heard on nearly all N&W Y6a and Y6b power in numerous videos shot in the 1940s and early 1950s of mostly coal being hauled through the mountains of Virginia and West Virginia. These are easily found on UA-cam. Thanks for giving great joy to numerous steamer rail fans with this production.
I am so excited to have booked a ride on 611 for the final runs at Strasburg. She's my second favorite locomotive, and I have never seen her in person. I was doubtful that I would ever see her in operation, let alone ride her behind her. Circumstances made it impossible to go see her at Strasburg prior to her last weekend of operation. I was resigned to having to wait to see her in stagnant display in Roanoke after she returns and hope I could sniff the odors from recent operation. Now I will be able to do that and recall my one, albeit short, ride.
We tried twice to see 611 in 2021, but the first time they didn't run her for some reason, and the second time, she had mechanical issues. I'm sad that we couldn't ride behind her and see her in operation.
@@TrainsAreReallyCool I am hearing wishful thinking that 611 will operate somewhere in Virginia (near Staunton, maybe?) before the end of 2023. I think that is very optimistic. But I think the refurbish and FRA certification were for much more than to get two seasons in Strasburg and then retire her again. The talk was occurring at the Virginia Museum of Transportation after she arrived there. I have got my fingers crossed, including for you. I saw the interior of the cab and pulled her whistle cord on 6/3. I signalled for a move in reverse, as a wish, because reverse was in the direction of exiting the museum onto operating track.
@@catreader9733 611 will operate five weeks of excursions out of Staunton this fall. Tickets will be on sale mid-August
@@JBS319 Thank you for posting the information, for all prospective riders and interested people. I just saw some rough information last night on the VMT web site. Can you tell all of us where to watch for dates and booking access?
Rode 611 around 35 years ago from Birmingham to Chattanooga (Choo Choo) and back when son was a kid. He still remembers.
Good video, like !
LOVE 611 and is Home in Roanoke.
Well done!
Her (new?) whistle sounds amazing
Agreed, she sounds fantastic
I hope they let the engine keep the whistle because it sounds way better than the horrid low pitch one they got on it
Yes it's a new whistle and it is from sister 609 from what i know but sounds very similar to the one she wore in the early 90s!
Since she’s headed back to the museum, does this mean she will cease operating again or are there future plans to keep her alive?? Sure would love to see 1218 return to steam!!
Boiler ticket doesn't expire until 2030, and she just got a major overhaul done last year. Nothing has been announced one way or another: it's far too soon to speculate anything.
she'll probably be at the manassas train festival on june 3rd
Norfolk Southern ought to have their head read as 611 is an incredible PR for the railroad!
Update: 611 will be operating on five weekends this fall on mainline excursions out of Staunton, VA on the Buckingham Branch. Purists may find it sacrilege that an N&W locomotive will be operating excursions on the C&O, but it's certainly better than no operations
I do hope 611 will pay another visit to the Strasburg Railroad again someday.
Good luck to 611 in Virginia 🚂 all aboard
Classic Norfolk and Western #611. It's on its final runs at Strasburg before heading back home to Virginia for the VMT. The #611 will return to Strasburg Railroad.
Clayton would be proud.
what are the operation times? Aso great video!!
Any idea when 611 will be arirving back at the museum in Virginia?
I hope that’s THE whistle! Sounds out of tune a tad but good nonetheless 🥹
It’s not the whistle
Please see my comment about the heritage of that make/model of whitsle.
Thanks for this great video. I was surprised to see the 611 just push through that switch after the meet. I was expecting to see a crew member throw the switch. While it is obviously possible, I would think it would not be all that good for the track.
The switches at Groff's are spring switches, as are the switches at the run-around at Strasburg and Paradise.
@@JBS319 Thank you for that info. I learned something new.
@@JBS319 thanks, I was about to ask the same question.
The little sign along the switch stand that says "SS" denotes a spring switch.
When is it expected to leave for Virginia
Sometime after Memorial Day, but no date has been announced.
The scary whistle sounds a little less scary now 😅
The whistle sounds like 3985😂
Yeah, 611’s new whistle sounds pretty close to 3985’s, but at a lower pitch if that makes sense.
What's next for 611 after she goes back to VA from PA?
Unknown at this point, but I'm sure they'll announce the next appearances soon enough.
She will be going back to Roanoke after her trips at Strasburg but its whereabouts next after Strasburg are un known at the point in time!
@@michaelcolucci5734 what about NCTM?
@@brianfalzon6739 I have no idea if shes gonna go back to the NCTM or not, but i hope she gets fitted with PTC so she can run on the mainline again because the locomotive she needs to stretch her legs and honestly im kinda tired of her going to NCTM or Roanoke or to Strasburg its been the same 3 locations within the past 5 years, she needs to go to different places and explore new territory!
@@michaelcolucci5734 hope so too
Will she come back to Strasberg?
Not for the foreseeable future. She will be operating fall excursions on the Virginia Scenic Railway, part of the Buckingham Branch Railroad, former C&O main line trackage.
Been there many times and even saw the front truck of 611 derail there.. It's on my channel if you'd like to see it... Great footage 👍👍🚦
I heard a "Detroit Diesel" in the beginning of the video.
I'LL BE IN MY BUNK!
that whistle is kinda bad but its cool
Wait what’s happening to it ?
611 returned to the VMT in Roanoke. Stay tuned for an exciting announcement on future 611 excursions somewhere else in the future.
Why is she being retired?
No, just her last runs at Strasburg before she leaves
@@laurie1288 oh ok. I dont know much about this engine so any tips helps. I focus on Texas and Pacific stuff. So much appreciated thanks oh and definitely subscribed
@@texasandpacific610 Stay tuned for an exciting announcement on future 611 operations at a later date.
When is she going to stretch her legs and run at the nc transportation museum in Spencer
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611 better not be scrapped!!! 😡
Doubt it
Bruh, chill, of course 611 is NOT going to be disposed. She's going home to Roanoke after the Farewell at Strasburg events.
@@nicholashuynh6907 I’m fine, I know know, thanks