by jstolberg
NH2060 wrote:Illinois' first task is to compare the Tier 4 compliant locomotives just purchased by Metrolink to the current Next Generation Equipment standards. California has an incentive to choose equipment that would be compatible with the new Metrolink locomotives, which are EMD F125s with a front end that is rather bullet shaped. http://www.emdiesels.com/emdweb/product ... v5RevE.pdfgokeefe wrote:Hopefully a more asthetically appealing replacementMatt Johnson wrote:Anyway, here's some news:Check another major item off Amtrak's wish list, a P42 replacement.
Illinois to take lead in buying high-speed locomotives
The bidding will be competitive, but they want to make sure some detail doesn't needlessly exclude the F125s.