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By:Peider SwissTrip
Dates:1/1/2012 - 12/31/2012
Album Info:Visiting the factory of Stadler Rail at Bussnang, Switzerland, several DCTA diesel-electric GTW 2/6 articulated rail vehicles were in production. The GTW articulated railcar is based on a modular vehicle concept to optimally meet the various requirements in terms of track gauge, structural clearance and transport capacity. Thanks to its modular design, the GTW articulated railcar available in electric versions for all common voltages as well as in diesel-electric versions. All information by Stadler Rail Switzerland.
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Denton County Transportation Authority DCTA, Texas
Title:  Denton County Transportation Authority DCTA, Texas
Description:  The GTW typical feature is its Power Module, which is located in the centre of the vehicle and which houses the entire power plant. The Power Module is designed with a passageway for passengers.
Photo Date:  6/28/2011  Upload Date: 1/19/2012 2:22:11 PM
Location:  Bussnang, CH
Author:  Peider SwissTrip
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Locomotives:  DCTA GTW2/6(UNKNOWN)
Views:  215   Comments: 1
Denton County Transportation Authority DCTA, Texas
Title:  Denton County Transportation Authority DCTA, Texas
Description:  The Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) has ordered 11 diesel-electric GTW 2/6 articulated rail vehicles from Stadler Rail. DCTA is constructing a passenger rail line known as the A-train to serve Denton County residents and visitors. The route follows along the east side of I-35E and is 21 miles long from Denton to Carrollton. Five stations will be located in Denton County and a transfer station will be built at Trinity Mills Road in Carrollton to allow travel to Dallas and other points in the North Texas region via Dallas Area Rapid Transit’s (DART)light rail and bus systems.
Photo Date:  6/28/2011  Upload Date: 1/19/2012 2:22:14 PM
Location:  Bussnang, CH
Author:  Peider SwissTrip
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Locomotives:  DCTA GTW2/6(UNKNOWN)
Views:  202   Comments: 1
Denton County Transportation Authority DCTA, Texas
Title:  Denton County Transportation Authority DCTA, Texas
Description:  The vehicles will be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and will incorporate enhanced air conditioning, passenger information system, video surveillance and numerous Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) compliant elements. The generous interior has room for wheelchairs,strollers and bicycles. There are 104 seats and standing room for 96 persons in every vehicle, with bright compartments, large windows and plush seating.
Photo Date:  6/28/2011  Upload Date: 1/19/2012 2:22:18 PM
Location:  Bussnang, CH
Author:  Peider SwissTrip
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Locomotives:  DCTA GTW2/6(UNKNOWN)
Views:  231   Comments: 2
Denton County Transportation Authority DCTA, Texas
Title:  Denton County Transportation Authority DCTA, Texas
Description:  No 102 diesel-electric GTW 2/6 articulated rail vehicle ready to move to the train commission center at Erlen nearby.
Photo Date:  7/2/2011  Upload Date: 1/19/2012 2:22:07 PM
Location:  Bussnang, CH
Author:  Peider SwissTrip
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Locomotives:  DCTA GTW2/6(UNKNOWN)
Views:  298   Comments: 0


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