Westbound passing by the Helena Rubenstein spur
GTEL's (gast turbine electrics) on the Oyster Bay branch approaching Roslyn Station. LIRR had 2 versions in the 1970's, built by GE and Garrett. Only 8 of the M1's were built/modified this way.
The Oyster Bay Branch was the closest LIRR line to my home where I could see diesels. The L-2 class C420's 224-229 were the last of the Alco's on the LIRR, with the exception of the FA "powerpacks... (more)
Eastbound Oyster Bay train about to stop at Glen Street Station
C-420 leads Long Island City - Oyster Bay commuter train over Montauk Branch. Note heavyweight sleeper used as subscription club car.
This was one of the midday test runs
# 269's first westbound trip in new colors. Note yellow instead of blue around cab windows