First stages of extensive road-test program for first turbine-powered train built to North American's newest rail passenger concept are outlined; seven of new trains are in various stages of completion; trainset length, type of accommodations, and installed power can be varied to fit various service requirements; design concepts are described; each Turbo Train is made up of two basic units -- 74-ft power dome cars at both ends and varying number of 57-ft intermediate cars between; each power dome has four engine compartments beneath its elevated floor at lead end.


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    Title :

    Turbo train appraisal moving to road test phase


    Additional title:

    Ry Locomotives Cars


    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1967


    Size :

    3 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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