CSX B&O Heritage

March 17, 2024 – Throwback to a Clear Afternoon in Plant City, FL
Digging into the archives for a special catch — the legendary CSX Heritage Unit #1827 (B&O) leading a hefty M441 southbound. Caught this under clear Florida skies on the north end of Plant City, where the sunlight made the iconic B&O blue and gray really pop.

🚂 Train Info – M441:

Origin: Waycross, GA

Destination: Tampa, FL – Uceta Yard

Type: Mixed Freight

Power:

Leader: CSXT #1827 (B&O Heritage Unit)

[Trailing units if known]



🎥 Captured in crisp 4K HDR, this heavyweight train showcased a long string of freight cars under perfect afternoon lighting — a great memory from early 2024.

💬 Which CSX Heritage unit is your favorite? Comment below if you've ever caught #1827 or any of the other heritage fleet in action! 🚂

📚 Factoid – CSX B&O Heritage Unit #1827:

The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad (B&O), chartered in 1827, was America's first common carrier railroad. It connected the eastern U.S. to the Midwest and was a symbol of rail innovation and expansion. CSX honors this legacy with #1827, featuring the classic blue, gray, and gold scheme reminiscent of B&O’s proud history.

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“B&O Pride: CSX 1827 Leads M441 South!” 🚂✨