Does the train operate any diesel locomotives?
The D&S purchased “Hot Shot 1” which was put into service in July of 2002 primarily as an emergency and fire prevention vehicle. The D&S purchased four additional diesel locomotives in September 2002, which have been restored to operating condition and are now used for switching in the yard, maintenance along our right-of-way, fire prevention and emergency use. In May 2003, “Big Al” an 87 ton G.E. Center cab locomotive was put into service to be used to pull trains if drought conditions might dictate the need. The diesel locomotives are used for daily train switching once the steam locomotives return for the night.
