CP 7013 - SD70ACU
When CP 2816 and the Final Spike Tour surmounted the grades over Rich Mountain on the former KCS, one of special's FP9's started having some issues. Knowing that there would be upcoming grades in Mexico, the steam crew started looking for some help when they arrived in Shreveport. As it happened, someone noticed CP 7013 nearby and realized its paint fit in perfectly with the special. They gave it an impromptu bath and added it to the train.
Here, still looking sharp from its washing, CP 7013 assists the Empress as they spring across the Sunset Route between Beaumont and Houston.
B40B (Final Spike Steam Tour; Calgary, AB to Mexico City, CDMX)
CP SD70ACU #7013
Crosby, TX
May 25th, 2024
CP 7013 - SD70ACU
When CP 2816 and the Final Spike Tour surmounted the grades over Rich Mountain on the former KCS, one of special's FP9's started having some issues. Knowing that there would be upcoming grades in Mexico, the steam crew started looking for some help when they arrived in Shreveport. As it happened, someone noticed CP 7013 nearby and realized its paint fit in perfectly with the special. They gave it an impromptu bath and added it to the train.
Here, still looking sharp from its washing, CP 7013 assists the Empress as they spring across the Sunset Route between Beaumont and Houston.
B40B (Final Spike Steam Tour; Calgary, AB to Mexico City, CDMX)
CP SD70ACU #7013
Crosby, TX
May 25th, 2024