Vintage KCS 701 Locomotive SD-40X Train 35mm Slide Kansas City Southern 1979 For Sale

This original 35mm film slide captures a striking image of a Kansas City Southern (KCS) locomotive, identified as unit number 701. The locomotive is an SD-40X model, appearing in its classic white and red livery. The photograph is dated 09-22-79, providing a precise historical snapshot of rail operations in the late 1970s. The slide is mounted in a textured Pakon plastic mount, featuring handwritten and stamped identifiers including 'KCS 701', 'SD-40X', and the specific date, which adds to its authenticity and provenance for railroad historians.The imagery is clear and vibrant, showcasing the industrial design of the EMD SD40X against a bright blue sky. For collectors of railroadiana and vintage photography, this slide offers a unique look at KCS motive power during a specific era of American railroading. The inclusion of the 'Prov' marking and numerical stamps suggests it may have been part of a professional or highly organized private collection, making it a valuable addition for those focusing on locomotive rosters, diesel-era transitions, or Kansas City Southern history.