NS 334 In Alexander City, AL

This shows NS Central of Georgia Train 334 early morning past the West End of Alexander City (Alex City), Alabama. The first part shows the red droping as the train passes the East End of Goodwater about 9 miles West of here. Then you hear the Defect Detector at MP367.0 in Kellyton, and then we see the train pass by the 365.2 MP and Mayfield Salvage.

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• NS
• Norfolk+Southern
• Central+Of+Georgia
• CofG
• CofGa
• Alexander+City
• Alex+City
• Alabama
• AL
• Train

[quadking100]

whats the second unit? iv never seen one befor.

[stagmie]

It's a GE C40-9.

[NsRailfan083]

how did the signal change without a train passing it?

[stagmie]

Signals change as trains occupy blocks nearer them. That's so opposing trains know well in advance that something is occupying a block further up the line. If they did not change colors, there would be a VERY HIGH chance of a head on collision.

[o00o00ozy]

Cool, a crossing without bells, lights, or gates. You might find only one of those up here if you know where to look. Great early morning video!

[stagmie]

There are MANY of those around here on both NS and CSX....

[ajoke98]

why was the signal green then than it

was red?

[cr1901]

That's why the "private crossing" sign was invented- becauses northerners couldn't take a hint (j/k)!

[NsRailfan083]

I see. Thanks

[o00o00ozy]

Yes, that is because people in the South actually know how to wait for a train. People in the north are crazy, even the back roads which are barely used have gates and lights.