HOTRAIL PRODUCTIONS
Step onto the captivating world of Hotrail Productions, where the magic of lights, camera, and trains combines to create an unforgettable experience. I travel all over the country photographing railroad history in the making. My footage dates back to 1995. Whether it's a thrilling action sequence or a heartwarming romantic scene, the railway has long been a favorite setting for filmmakers and TV producers.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
This Railroad Should NOT Be in Service… | Maumee & Western Tour
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These tracks were in such rough condition, it’s amazing they were still in service!
Join HOTRAILProductions for a brief tour of the Maumee & Western Railroad in Liberty Center, Ohio — a struggling shortline operating on a former Wabash Railroad route that once connected Fort Wayne, Indiana to Toledo, Ohio. After a 10-mile segment from Liberty Center to Maumee was removed, the line was leased to Indiana Hi-Rail Corp in 1989. Following Hi-Rail’s bankruptcy in 1996, Maumee & Western assumed operations in 1997. Notice the worn 80-lb rail and overall deteriorated track structure. The line now ends on the east side of town, transitioning into the Wabash Cannonball Trail before the rails resume near Maumee. A fascinating — and sobering — look at Midwest shortline history.
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Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Vintage Metra F40C #608 at Grayslake, IL 1995
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📙OUR BLOGGER! https://csxman.blogspot.com/ =============================================================================== Again we are at Grayslake station. This time I used the tripod and the results are much improved over my previous two shots. I filmed the same train as it headed north and returned south an hour later. It is scenes like this from the old days that I really enjoy, in that they show how I started out and corrected my mistakes. I would like to hear from people that are in this same position today.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
NEW VIDEO! Canadian National Tier 4 and Citirail Gevo and Sperry Doodlebug At Wellsboro
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