9/20/25 Unexpected CSX M604 Phosphate Monster | 800+ Axles After Work Surprise! (Dade City, FL)

September 20, 2025 – Dade City, Florida

Clear skies, a beautiful sunny afternoon, and just getting out of work — this was supposed to be a quick stop at the tracks while waiting on a southbound C040:

   • CSX 4720 on C040 Coal Trains | Lead & DPU ...  

Instead, I was completely surprised by a massive CSX M604 rolling through loaded with phosphate hoppers, making it look more like a B-series train than a mixed freight.

🚂 Train: CSX M604
📍 Location: Dade City, FL
📅 Date: 9/20/25
📏 Length: 800+ axles

Power:

CSXT 4730 – EMD SD70 series leading with an excellent horn

CSXT 253 – YN2 paint trailing

What made this train especially memorable was the unexpected phosphate loads on an M train, plus some fantastic graffiti artwork, including a striking drawing of Jesus that really stood out under the bright Florida sun.

This catch turned a normal after-work stop into a heavyweight surprise — loud, long, and full of character.

🎥 Filmed in 4K, capturing the sound, scale, artwork, and atmosphere of this impressive CSX freight rolling through Dade City.

👍 If you enjoy unexpected train catches, phosphate loads, and classic CSX power, don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more railfanning from Florida!

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📚 FACTOID – Why This M604 Was Special

CSX M604 is typically classified as a mixed freight, but on occasion it can carry heavy unit-style blocks of traffic, including phosphate. Phosphate rock is a critical commodity for Florida’s economy, feeding fertilizer production used across North America and globally. Seeing phosphate dominate an M train is less common and often catches railfans off guard — making moments like this especially exciting.

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