Locomitive locator web site?

[eolafan]

I've heard that there are web sites where one can go to find the location of a specific piece of rolling stock and locomotives based on equipment or loco number, road name, etc. Can anybody help me with such a site? Many thanks, Jim, Aurora, IL

[thirdrail1]

Each major railroad has a tracing facility through its main website, and the AAR has a continent-wide one. However, since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, only legitimate shippers can inquire on individual railroad's websites. You must be furnished a password by each railroad's sales department. The AAR charges for its information, so you have to set up an account with them or be sponsored by a major railroad (who do sponsor their shippers).

[eolafan]

Thanks Gregg for the information, and your point about security after 9/11 is a very valid one indeed. Thanks again. Jim

[Anonymous]

I don't know what railroad you are into. I'm a big BNSF fan and this website link has loads of pictures & number info for BNSF locomotive roster. It's been a big help for me. It won't list the locations of these units, but most have a few useful picture links old & new.

http://archive.trainpix.com/BNSF/ROSTER.HTM

[Anonymous]

UPs public tracing is still working at
http://my.uprr.com/pet/

gwl
http://photosbygreg.20m.com

[eolafan]

Thanks Pete, I am also a BNSF fan. I live within two miles of the BNSF (former CB&Q) triple track main line out of Chicago and frequently watch trains at the Eola yard with many other fans. The site you reccomend should do the trick. Many thanks.

[Anonymous]

Another web site that offers equipment tracing (locomotive and car) is Canadian Pacific Railroad. The web site is www.cpr.ca. Plus the www.uprr.com website mentioned before. Happy Hunting!

[Anonymous]

Another web site that offers equipment tracing (locomotive and car) is Canadian Pacific Railroad. The web site is www.cpr.ca. Plus the www.uprr.com website mentioned before. Happy Hunting!