BTCRail Films

24/07/2025

A little sneak peak at some behind the scenes of my next video. You can probably pickup on what engine it is by the video snapshoots. But a lot of work has been poured into this, and still a good chunk of clips to gather.

But, I am happy with what I've been editing so far and to many of the people who have helped with this project!

19/07/2025

Hey, guess what? New video!

Recorded on April 12th, 2025 at the Woodstown Central Railroad in Woodstown, New Jersey.In early 2025, the Woodstown Central Railroad operated their recently...

19/07/2025

Woodstown Central 9 - Storm Clouds

Woodstown Central Railroad's 0-6-0 switcher steam engine, #9 moves forward to couple up to its train. The early morning had sprinkled rain storms that brought murky and muddy conditions but allowed for great results for smoke and steam. Taken on April 12th, 2025.

02/07/2025

Night Shift at Ridgeley

CSX SD40 #4621 finishes its work in the yard with short cut of freight cars in the Ridgeley Yard in Ridgeley, West Virginia. On the other track, Western Maryland GP30 sits idle waiting for a crew change and new orders.

Taken during the “Fireball Photo Experience” photo charter held at the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad
*This image was taken on private property with permission from the crew and event organizers. Please do not trespass!*

03/04/2025

One of my favorite clips of Reading Blue Mountain & Northern 425, on its last day before being pulled out of service for its 1472 inspection. Seen here hauling a Santa Clause special at Fisher Dam Road crossing on December 18th, 2022. You can clearly see the crew is getting every last bit out of 425's boiler certification as the 4-6-2 Pacific screams past!

Watch the full video here...
https://youtu.be/JdZyvRdpbi4?t=1045

27/03/2025

A unused clip of Reading Blue Mountain & Northern's famous 4-6-2 Pacific steam engine, 425, racing its way towards Tamaqua, Pennsylvania where its train awaits. Seen here charging through Zehners, PA, crossing over Wildcat Road.

Originally filmed on December 4th, 2022, as part of 425's Santa Train excursions, but also the last days of operation before going down for its FRA mandated 1472 service day inspection. News from RBM&N has hinted that 425 may be under steam near the end of 2025!

07/03/2025

New video out now!

Steam action on the Valley Railroad company

Filmed on October 8th and 9th, 2024, at the Valley Railroad Company (Essex Steam Train & Riverboat)Dak Dillon Photography hosted a two-day photo special at t...

07/03/2025

Making the rounds

As the snow slowly melts all around, DC Transit PCC 1101 leaves the station loop as it begins its 1-mile trip around the demonstration track at the National Capital Trolley Museum, during the museums DC Transit weekend, celebrating the history of trolley service in the DC area
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04/03/2025

Heads up!

Friday March 7th at 12pm, the Valley Railroad Company will be released!

After months of editing, hard work, and pure procrastination, the video is finally ready.

26/02/2025

Have no fear, the end is near!

Yes, the long awaited Valley Railroad Company video is nearing completion! A lengthy battle of procrastination and "mental constipation" for finding the right sequence of clips has finally ended.

Again, no exact dates for when the video will be published, but as for now, the end is near.

12/01/2025

TTC 4602 at Fishhook Siding

Nearing the end of the line, Toronto Transit Commission PCC 4602 passes through Fishhook Siding. Snow has blanketed the state and helps make this “Red Rocket” Toronto trolley really pop out. Yes, they were really nicknamed “Red Rockets”

Also thanks to the members of the National Capital Trolley Museum for their flexibility in allowing short impromptu photo sessions!
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09/01/2025

Points of motion

Roaring up the line, Valley Railroad Company 2-8-2 #40, wastes no time heading through Chester, Connecticut. The 2-8-2 makes quick effort of the subtle grade as it heads northeast towards Haddam, Connecticut.

Taken during the Dak Dillon Steam Charter held at the Essex Valley Railroad Company.
*This image was taken on private property with permission from the crew and event organizers. Please do not trespass!*
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