Last week I was at the right place in the right moment to roll by Train 42—the eastward Pennsylvanian—that was carrying Amtrak’s inspection vehicles at the back.

Car 10002, the Corridor Clipper, is a track inspection car, while car 10005, a former Metroliner multiple unit, used to perform catenary measurement.

Gap is a great place to photograph equipment on the move. The curves require a permanent speed restriction and also allow for multiple angles as the train passes.

Bright sun and a hint of autumn color was an added bonus.

I got a friendly wave from the tail car.

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