CSX Santa Train on the Historic Clinchfield Railroad - 81st Annual

🚂 Embark on a magical journey filled with holiday cheer as we chase alongside the 81st Annual CSX Santa Train on the historic Clinchfield Railroad! 🎅✨ Join us in this heartwarming celebration of tradition, joy, and community spirit as Santa and his festive helpers spread happiness along the scenic route.
🌟 Get ready for a picturesque adventure as we chase the iconic Santa Train through the charming towns and historic stops that make up the rich tapestry of the Clinchfield Railroad.
🎁 Witness the magic unfold as Santa and his team distribute gifts to wide-eyed children and delighted families, creating unforgettable moments of happiness and gratitude. Along the way, we'll explore the history and significance of key stops on the Clinchfield Railroad, showcasing the beauty of small communities that come together to celebrate the holiday season.
🎄 This video is not just a railfan's delight but a festive journey that brings the spirit of the season to life. Join us in celebrating the 81st annual CSX Santa Train on the historic Clinchfield Railroad - a holiday tradition that warms hearts, creates memories, and spreads joy throughout the Appalachians.
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[@eastkentuckyrailfan]

Hope you enjoy this one! Wanted to explain the two freight engines on the front of this year's Santa Train for those of you who may not know. On the trip North Friday evening CSX2 had trouble with its traction motors, rendering it useless, it quickly became apparent that CSX1 alone was not enough to handle the train coming up the Clinchfield. Two freight engines were cut off of South bound M653 and taken to assist pulling the OCS North into Shelby KY. Those same two engines were left on the train the following morning for the South bound trip as the Santa Train.

[@oliviatussey9244]

fantastic video!! can’t wait til next years already!!

[@eastkentuckyrailfan]

Thank you!

[@justgtobell3029]

Great Video!!

[@eastkentuckyrailfan]

Thank you!

[@tracebillings6577]

Another great video

[@eastkentuckyrailfan]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@zachbates6541]

I chased the Santa Train at St. Paul, Ft. Blackmore, Speers Ferry (Copper Creek Viaduct) and Kingsport but it’s a great train and you sir did a great catch and video

[@eastkentuckyrailfan]

Thank you ! Always a fun day chasing the Santa train

[@WVRailroadPapa]

I Enjoyed your video. My wife and I saw it at St. Paul. Since I was not that familiar with the territory, we videoed the train there, including flying my drone. I have it on CZcams. Maybe next year I can catch it at other locations.

[@eastkentuckyrailfan]

Its a fun train to chase for sure

[@jmream2618]

I would’ve asked Amtrak to borrow a SC-ALC 42 charger or a P42DC instead of the GEVOs

[@eastkentuckyrailfan]

They didn't have time. CSX 2 broke down on the trip up around 8pm the night before the run.

[@SWVARP]

@@eastkentuckyrailfanas usual.

[@johnniebellamy5912]

Why Do They have 4 Locomotives On The Train?

[@eastkentuckyrailfan]

CSX 2 had trouble with its traction motors on the trip North the day before. CSX1 couldn’t handle the train alone with the grades that’s on that line so those two GEs were cut off a South bound freight to pull the OCS North into Shelby. The same two freight engines were left on for the trip South.

[@AtlanticCoastRailfanner]

@@eastkentuckyrailfanA crewman also said the CSX1 had a bad speedometer.