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Originally Posted by SnyderBock
So anyway, the reason I'm posting this here, is because I'm curious what everyone thinks of the Silverliner V's. Do you like them? Will they serve Denver well? The line from downtown Denver Union Station to Denver International Airport will begin construction later this summer. Do you think these Silverliner V's will be good for an airport line, where a combination of luggage space and plenty of seating will be needed? How fast do these Silverliner V's cruise at?
Thanks
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The Silverliner V's are still being tested, none have actually entered service.
I suggest reading the Septa forum's Silverliner V thread at a different website.
http://www.railroad.net/forums/viewtopic.php?f=72&t=60491
And a recent YouTube video
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These cars are probably rated to go at least FRA Class 4 track speeds, at least 80 mph. How fast they can actually go in the Denver area will depend upon the condition of the tracks they will run on. As you can see in the video, these rail cars have overhead racks that can be used for luggage.
There's room for 2 by 2 or 2 by 3 seating, depending upon what RTD wants. Hyundai-Rotetm based the design upon an existing Septa subway (heavy rail) railcar, modifying the design for FRA compliant EMU commuter rail (using an overhead catenary vs third rail for power and beefing up the structure).
So, basically these cars are basically subway cars modified for commuter rail service. I believe they will suite the Denver area well.