The New Br 146 Is... Awesome!!!!

Discussion in 'TSW General Discussion' started by Nei4024, Aug 20, 2021.

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  1. solicitr

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    That loaded petroleum train is a very heavy train (by European standards): 1900 tons. That's a lot for a single loco to lug up a 1% grade. If you spend any time on Sand Patch or Clinchfield you'll get a taste of how much speed reduction can be involved with some of the monster freights that run in the US.
     

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