Since the beginning of rail transportation in the early 19th century, trains have utilized various types of fuel. Initially, both coal and wood were utilized to power locomotives, however, electric...
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The original RTG Amtrak Turboliners were purchased from French company ANF in an effort to modernize their fleet, and increase ridership in the service area. The ROHR Turboliners were seven train...
First delivered to Amtrak in 1993, the GE Genesis Series Locomotives have formed the backbone of the carrier's diesel fleet for decades. These locomotives replaced the venerable EMD F40PH's on much...
The Bombardier LRC train sets consisted of a locomotive, powered by an ALCO prime mover, and a series of tilting passenger cars, utilized for navigating sharp turns on the Quebec-Windsor City...
The British Rail Advanced Passenger Trains were two experimental train sets that utilized tilting technology, allowing the trains to navigate tight turns at high speeds. Four sets were built, the...
In the United States, passenger trains operated at their peak in the late 19th and early 20th century. However, with the advent of the automobile and air travel, ridership on the nation's passenger...