Hi, does anyone know why the Comet IV Cab Cars do not lead trains anymore?
Thanks!
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DutchRailnut wrote:I think it has more to do with door, trapdoor and steps under engineers seat, and a local agreement with BLET.Comet IVs have none of those items.
the Alstom cab cars do not have that door and trap and have better seats and heat and safety.
DutchRailnut wrote:I think it has more to do with door, trapdoor and steps under engineers seat, and a local agreement with BLET.You think wrong.
the Alstom cab cars do not have that door and trap and have better seats and heat and safety.
SecaucusJunction wrote:Isn't there a separate reason why they need to always be directly behind the locomotive?I suspect it's because they have an end door that they can close that keeps the weather out far better than a little bar.
JamesRR wrote:I thought one reason was FRA structural standards. The older Comet cabs didn't meet newer requirements, hence all cabs are now the Comet V.That is a rumor considering Metro North has no problem running the same equipment on the other side of the Hudson.
ConrailRailfan wrote:Thanks for the replies. Are there any chances of them leading again if/when they upgrade them?