CSX on the RF&P - Part 1 BLU-RAY

CSX was born in 1980 from the merger of Seaboard System and Chessie System. Its origin in such large predecessors made it a big player in the North American rail scene, a position that was made even stronger in 1999 when Conrail was split between CSX and Norfolk Southern.

One of the smaller roads to fall under the CSX banner was the Richmond, Fredericksburg & Potomac Railroad, or RF&P. The RF&P’s point-to-point main line connected Washington D.C. in the north with Richmond in the south, a strategic location that made the road a favourite target of both sides in the American Civil War. Despite its size the RF&P had a solid business in forwarding freight and passengers between its northern and southern connections, and in 1991 it faded into memory as it was brought into the CSX fold. Now known as CSX’s RF&P Subdivision, the line still fulfils the duty of ‘Linking North And South’ – the RF&P’s motto.

With a double track main line and heavy traffic, it's easy to see why the RF&P Sub has become a favourite subject of videographer Dave Ferrell. Dave's proximity to the RF&P's southern end in Richmond has enabled frequent trips to cover the action since he acquired a High Definition camera in 2007. EJ Videos is proud to bring together for your viewing pleasure a selection of some of the best CSX and Amtrak action in "The Old Dominion", compiled from his footage.

Dave's coverage of the curve at Ruther Glen highlights the lush vegetation and peaceful surroundings, but for railfans it highlights what the RF&P Sub is all about - excellent train watching and photographic oppurtunities.

We'll witness multiple freights from CSX, mixed in with Amtrak's regionals and long distance expresses.