The Story of IPD Boxcars

Boxcars are the quintessential railroad car of North America. They can carry a large amount of freight and come in many different shapes, sizes, and colors. However, this wasn't anymore frequent than in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Due to a boxcar shortage starting in the 60s, large Class 1 railroads weren't able to supply customers with cars to move their freight. The US government would have to step in and incentivize the Class 1 railroads to build new cars. IPD, or Per Diem Boxcars were the result, as a long list of American shortlines built their own colorful boxcars for the Class 1s to lease out. But where are they now? Special thanks to Eric Gagnon (https://tracksidetreasure.blogspot.com/) and Jeff Moore (http://www.mccloudriverrailroad.com/) for some information and granting me permission to use some of their pictures! Music Used: A Hat in Time - Oh Its You Mario & Luigi Superstar Saga - Hoohoo Village Deltarune - Spamton Animal Crossing - Mr. Resetti Mario & Luigi Bowsers Inside Story - Waltz in the Lake (Inside Bowser) Links: Instagram:   / amtrakguy365   Twitter:   / amtrakguy365   Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/people/1424538... My Site: http://amtrakguy365.weebly.com/