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Rock Island 2571 |
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Built in 1927 by Standard Steel Car Company. The Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific operated from Chicago to the Twin Cities, Kansas, Colorado, Texas, and New Mexico. Its Golden State route joined the Southern Pacific at Tucumcari for through passenger service to California. In addition to long-distance passenger trains, CRI&P operated a commuter route from the Loop to Blue Island and Joliet. In the 1920s, the railroad upgraded its fleet of commuter coaches with a new arched-roof design. The new cars were utilitarian, with rattan seating and minimal interior decoration. Compared to standard long-haul coaches of the era, their lightweight (one-third less) and high capacity (nearly half again as many riders) made the commuter service more efficient. The fleet remained in regular use until the late 1970s, when they were replaced with modern bi-level cars. CRI&P 2571 was donated to IRM by a member. It is operational. |
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4/29/2007 Upload Date: 12/28/2009 9:30:35 PM |
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Union, IL |
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Tim Fennell |
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Rock Island #2571 |
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8/6/2010 Upload Date: 8/27/2010 10:41:15 AM |
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Union, IL |
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Tim Fennell |
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CRI&P #2571 |
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With a high passenger capacity these lightweight former commuter coaches prove to be a valuable asset on busy weekends. |
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4/12/2015 Upload Date: 5/22/2015 7:08:32 AM |
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Union, IL |
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Trains at East Union Depot |
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6/4/2017 Upload Date: 6/17/2017 4:25:14 PM |
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Union, IL |
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Tim Fennell |
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CAE 319(Interurban) |
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Rock Island #2571 |
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6/21/2021 Upload Date: 6/24/2021 3:22:07 AM |
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Union, IL |
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Tim Fennell |
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Rock Island #2571 |
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6/21/2021 Upload Date: 6/24/2021 3:23:00 AM |
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Union, IL |
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Rock Island #2571 |
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Commuter coach built by Standard Steel in 1927. Part of the "Day out with Thomas" train. |
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7/12/2021 Upload Date: 7/13/2021 1:49:43 PM |
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Union, IL |
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Rock Island #2571 |
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Commuter coach built by Standard Steel in 1927. Part of the "Day out with Thomas" train. |
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7/12/2021 Upload Date: 7/13/2021 1:50:20 PM |
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Union, IL |
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Rock Island #2571 |
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5/17/2023 Upload Date: 6/13/2023 5:45:33 PM |
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Union, IL |
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Rock Island #2571 |
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On station track 2 during HHR setup. |
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11/12/2024 Upload Date: 12/19/2024 2:59:04 AM |
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Union, IL |
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Holiday light display |
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11/22/2024 Upload Date: 12/19/2024 3:05:09 AM |
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Union, IL |
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CNW 7009(SD50) |
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Rock Island #2571 |
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11/22/2024 Upload Date: 12/19/2024 3:09:07 AM |
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Union, IL |
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| Title: |
Rock Island #2571 |
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11/29/2024 Upload Date: 12/19/2024 3:26:58 AM |
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Union, IL |
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Christmas Freight Train |
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11/29/2024 Upload Date: 12/19/2024 3:27:59 AM |
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Union, IL |
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Tim Fennell |
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GNA 26(2-6-0) |
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Rock Island #2571 |
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Decked out for the Christmas season. |
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11/29/2024 Upload Date: 12/19/2024 3:30:20 AM |
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Union, IL |
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