0001013816-08-000174 Sample Contracts

Exhibit 4.1 THE KANSAS CITY SOUTHERN RAILWAY COMPANY 8.0% Senior Notes due 2015 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT May 27, 2008
Underwriting Agreement • June 2nd, 2008 • Kansas City Southern • Railroads, line-haul operating • New York
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Indenture • June 2nd, 2008 • Kansas City Southern • Railroads, line-haul operating • New York