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Originally Posted by electricron
Whatever they decide to do, it is important to keep in mind that the Red Line is also used by freight trains which require smaller grades than Stadler GTWs. More in the 1 to 2% range vs 3% to 4% range. DART’s light rail trains approach 5% grades in some tight locations.
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Nova mentioned they were looking at options where the freight stays at grade and only the commuter trains bypass but I can't imagine they'll pursue that if their plan is to start running freight during the weekdays again.