How Remote Locomotive Control is Revolutionizing Short Line Rail Operations

Short line railroads are the backbone of American industry, connecting local businesses to the national rail network and ensuring freight keeps moving. But as demands grow and operations get more complex, short line operators face unique challenges: limited crews, tight schedules, and the constant pressure to do more with less.

That’s why many short line railroads are turning to Locomotive remote control—and the MU&GO® Plus+ system from Control Chief is leading the way.

What is Remote Locomotive Control?

Remote locomotive control lets your team operate locomotives from the ground, using wireless technology to handle moves that used to require a crew in the cab. It’s about giving your railroad more flexibility and putting control right where it’s needed, when it’s needed.

Why Short Lines Choose MU&GO® Plus+

MU&GO® Plus+ is designed for quick setup and easy integration—no major retrofits, no complicated tech. Your crew can get up and running in minutes, with intuitive controls that work seamlessly with your existing locomotives.
See how simple setup can be in this quick MU&GO+ setup video.

The Payoff: Efficiency and Productivity

• Faster Turnarounds: Cut downtime in the yard and keep your freight moving.
  
• Flexible Operations: Tackle any switching job or yard movement on demand, without extra crew or delays.
  
• Easy Adaptation: MU&GO® Plus+ moves with your operation, ready to go wherever you need it.
  

Real Results: Turning More Moves Into More Revenue

The difference adds up. Imagine shaving minutes off every switch or adding one more move per shift—over a year, that’s significant value for your operation.

Simple Integration, Reliable Support

Control Chief’s remote control solutions are built for the real world. With straightforward installation, training, and ongoing support, you can focus on what matters: running your railroad.

Ready to Move Forward?

Explore how MU&GO® Plus+ can help your short line run leaner, faster, and more profitably.

• MU&GO® Plus+ Remote Locomotive Control
  
• All Control Chief Locomotive Solutions
  
• Watch our product spotlight

Request a Demo Today and see the difference for yourself.

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Dave Tenney

Locomotive Products Manager
Dave is our Locomotive Remote Control Guru. Passionate about his job and always ready to help. If Dave’s not “on the road” supporting our customers you’ll find him working with local youth through the Boy Scouts as a Shooting Sports Director.

Dan Sipko

Senior Rail Applications Specialist
Dan has been in the rail industry forever! He is a traveling man and will be happy to visit your site and talk anything and everything locomotive. When Dan’s not traveling you can find him wetting a line from his boat.

Jim Hanson

Locomotive Project Coordinator
We keep Jim locked up (at the main headquarters that is)! Jim is our search engine, so to speak, and keeps our locomotive guys well stocked with information for their travels. You will always find Jim with his nose in a book.

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