by Ryand-Smith
From what I read, the future status of lines past the initial operating segment is not established if they will be fully electric or diesel to electric.
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BenH wrote:Does anyone know how long it has been since a totally new electrified heavy rail commuter line opened in the United States?
If I had to guess, I would say that the A-Line might be the first such line to enter since at least the 1930s when the Pennsylvania Railroad was establishing electrifying commuter rail lines around Philadelphia.
electricron wrote:Wouldn't the South Shore fall in-between?I don't think I'd count the South Shore myself, but to each their own. My mind still drifts back to SEPTA, specifically the Airport Line (R1) which was built & electrified in 1985.
mtuandrew wrote:Oh yes, SEPTA's Airport line in Philly. That must be it. 1985. Thank you!BenH wrote:Does anyone know how long it has been since a totally new electrified heavy rail commuter line opened in the United States?
If I had to guess, I would say that the A-Line might be the first such line to enter since at least the 1930s when the Pennsylvania Railroad was establishing electrifying commuter rail lines around Philadelphia.electricron wrote:Wouldn't the South Shore fall in-between?I don't think I'd count the South Shore myself, but to each their own. My mind still drifts back to SEPTA, specifically the Airport Line (R1) which was built & electrified in 1985.