What a brilliant train! It reminds me of the trains on the European continent. (I live in the Netherlands although I grew up in Palo Alto.) I am excited that those on the peninsula are finally getting proper train service.
That's because it is! It's called KISS and is produced by Stadler which is based in Switzerland. These trains have probably been produced in their facilities in Salt Lake City though
They are European. Swiss design assembled in the US to get round Congress and their buy US rules. Which explains why most USA commuter rail and intercity is stuck in the 1950/60's
All the buying of products from foreign countries over a long period of time is what put the former American 🇺🇸 manufacturers out of business, so this is why these requirements are in place.
@@Railoffroader2 isn't it because the US built stuff is stuck in the 1960's in terms of speed, comfort, and reliability though? Same reason Delta buys Airbus rather than Boeing? The EMU's in Denver and Philadelphia are boxy and slow compared to their German and French counterparts.
@@nixcails The MU’s in Philly & Denver are made by Rotem Corp which is Hyundai from Korea and yes they’re boxy and ugly. As far as speed, no difference than what’s allowed for other EMU’s.
This is interesting to say the least! With all the delays and other "negative" factors hindering this project, I never thought I would see prototypes being delivered in preparation for testing and then eventually pressed into service!
@@MagicalBread Not part of the currently ongoing CalMod project, but they will be electrifying it eventually. Once CAHSR arrives, it will have to be electrified anyway. We could speed it up if we approved ballot measure with funding for Caltrain to do it.
Has anyone noticed that the high-level doors are single doors, not double doors? Has it always been like that? I remember the doors all being double on the first train showed and in all photos and concepts.
@@laelwhite5331 That's why I said 3rd world country. When I first saw the advertisement about electric Caltrains I responded that they would only be able to operate during a thunderstorm. Now, how many years later, around 4-5, there is still no power above the tracks. Switzerland changed to electric traction about 100 years ago, and that is a small country in the mountains.
@@tomgroenbeck7620 Caltrain is well underway in the process of installing catenary along its route. As for the rest of the American network, it's too expensive to electrify every mile of track. The difference between us and Europe is that we transport most of our freight by rail, while Europe transports most of its freight by truck. Our freight trains are longer and travel further, and therefore need stronger engines. Electric engines aren't as efficient in this regard. Therefore, electrification makes the most sense on shorter routes between cities that are close by. Amtrak's Northeast Corridor, and projects like Caltrain's electrification are examples of how we are slowly but surely electrifying rail where it is most efficient.
@@emjeebutterz4405 not sure if you are a politician or why else you try to justify the mess we have around us. I'm well aware that it does not make sense to string overhead wires through the Arizona desert. I was referring to the fact that the work on the overhead lines has been going on for years and I still don't see an end. But since this is California I'm sure there are several interested parties trying to throw a wrench into the project. As to your comparison with Europe, I'm not sure if more goods are hauled by train or truck these days, Europe odiously has a constant queue of trucks and congestion on their freeways. And regarding the power of engines, while the modern diesel engines from Caterpillar and EMD have a prime mover with 4400 hp, the European electric engines weight about half (no diesel needed) and have a power output of 6400 kw (8582 hp).
Gorgeous looking Train! Great way to start the new era! 🙌
What a brilliant train! It reminds me of the trains on the European continent. (I live in the Netherlands although I grew up in Palo Alto.) I am excited that those on the peninsula are finally getting proper train service.
That's because it is! It's called KISS and is produced by Stadler which is based in Switzerland. These trains have probably been produced in their facilities in Salt Lake City though
They are European. Swiss design assembled in the US to get round Congress and their buy US rules. Which explains why most USA commuter rail and intercity is stuck in the 1950/60's
All the buying of products from foreign countries over a long period of time is what put the former American 🇺🇸 manufacturers out of business, so this is why these requirements are in place.
@@Railoffroader2 isn't it because the US built stuff is stuck in the 1960's in terms of speed, comfort, and reliability though?
Same reason Delta buys Airbus rather than Boeing?
The EMU's in Denver and Philadelphia are boxy and slow compared to their German and French counterparts.
@@nixcails The MU’s in Philly & Denver are made by Rotem Corp which is Hyundai from Korea and yes they’re boxy and ugly.
As far as speed, no difference than what’s allowed for other EMU’s.
It is a great look. Lets hope that they run as good as they look! Thanks for sharing.
Welcome 1st Electrification set, we look foward to seeing at CEMOF
This is the beginning of the end of the diesels
really stunning for modern and new rolling stock on a commuter train
They arrived last month. People were posting shots from along the way. Can't wait to see them running here.
I'm looking forward to seeing them in action!
Please no more delays on the project!
Very exciting.
Nice and shiny!
Can't wait for those to work
From Espee steamers and Harriman coaches to modern KISS EMU’s. My how the Peninsula run has changed over the decades.
These are “KISS” EMUs, the Flirt is their single-deck cousin.
@@bahnspotterEU My comment has been edited to reflect your correction. Thanks for that.
I can't wait!!!!
This is interesting to say the least! With all the delays and other "negative" factors hindering this project, I never thought I would see prototypes being delivered in preparation for testing and then eventually pressed into service!
Can’t Wait For It!
Will the diesel train still put in service
I'm pretty sure the San Jose-Gilroy Portion is unelectrified
Knowing the US Congress shares in Petrochemicals probably!
By 2024 no diesel will be retired
San Jose-> Gilroy isn’t getting electrified
@@MagicalBread Not part of the currently ongoing CalMod project, but they will be electrifying it eventually. Once CAHSR arrives, it will have to be electrified anyway.
We could speed it up if we approved ballot measure with funding for Caltrain to do it.
They look beautiful but what’s all that racket?
Wheels
The freight trains transporting them to their destination.
Can't wait
Is Santa Clara Look Like A Railcam!
😍
Has anyone noticed that the high-level doors are single doors, not double doors? Has it always been like that? I remember the doors all being double on the first train showed and in all photos and concepts.
Those aren't doors. They're just plugs for now. Once they build some level boarding platforms they will replace the plugs with actual doors.
HOLY ****
yey
Hey, GO Transit, you're next!
As a fellow Ontarian, I'm right there with you.
Shame they only have one bathroom. That'll be fun after a baseball game
You know a train is American when it makes a loud grinding sound on the tracks...
Lol all trains worldwide make this sound
Ya LOL
Caltrain san bruno vs san bruno ave w es un tren
Why this weird camera though. Why use a fish eye lens. Now everything is warped
Welcome to 3rd world America. Requires a diesel engine to haul the brand new electric train into the yard.
Um, there's no catenary yet.
@@laelwhite5331 That's why I said 3rd world country. When I first saw the advertisement about electric Caltrains I responded that they would only be able to operate during a thunderstorm. Now, how many years later, around 4-5, there is still no power above the tracks. Switzerland changed to electric traction about 100 years ago, and that is a small country in the mountains.
That's a little harsh
@@tomgroenbeck7620 Caltrain is well underway in the process of installing catenary along its route. As for the rest of the American network, it's too expensive to electrify every mile of track. The difference between us and Europe is that we transport most of our freight by rail, while Europe transports most of its freight by truck. Our freight trains are longer and travel further, and therefore need stronger engines. Electric engines aren't as efficient in this regard. Therefore, electrification makes the most sense on shorter routes between cities that are close by. Amtrak's Northeast Corridor, and projects like Caltrain's electrification are examples of how we are slowly but surely electrifying rail where it is most efficient.
@@emjeebutterz4405 not sure if you are a politician or why else you try to justify the mess we have around us. I'm well aware that it does not make sense to string overhead wires through the Arizona desert. I was referring to the fact that the work on the overhead lines has been going on for years and I still don't see an end. But since this is California I'm sure there are several interested parties trying to throw a wrench into the project. As to your comparison with Europe, I'm not sure if more goods are hauled by train or truck these days, Europe odiously has a constant queue of trucks and congestion on their freeways. And regarding the power of engines, while the modern diesel engines from Caterpillar and EMD have a prime mover with 4400 hp, the European electric engines weight about half (no diesel needed) and have a power output of 6400 kw (8582 hp).
First electric train😂
What a backward country usa