[IT letter] Sharp decline in rail freight

James Shields · 07-07-2006, 10:42

I would imagine there will be a small van section next to the driver's cab at one end, similar to what's on the Enterprise. The configuration might be something like: Driver's Cab-Van Compartment-First class seating.

Otherwise, we'll no longer be able to bring bicycles on IC trains, which would not be popular.

As far as I know, the order will be split between 3-car sets and 6-car sets. I would expect some differences in the level of facilities provided on each - the 6-car sets might have a full restaurant car while the 3-car ones only have a trolley service, but I would think the van section will be a requirement on both.

We'll find out for sure at the end of the year!

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07-07-2006, 10:42	#30
James Shields Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Drogheda, Ireland Posts: 1,275	I would imagine there will be a small van section next to the driver's cab at one end, similar to what's on the Enterprise. The configuration might be something like: Driver's Cab-Van Compartment-First class seating. Otherwise, we'll no longer be able to bring bicycles on IC trains, which would not be popular. As far as I know, the order will be split between 3-car sets and 6-car sets. I would expect some differences in the level of facilities provided on each - the 6-car sets might have a full restaurant car while the 3-car ones only have a trolley service, but I would think the van section will be a requirement on both. We'll find out for sure at the end of the year!