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It's usually not the number of cars but the length of the train (in feet) that would be the governing factor. Considerations would have to include the length of sidings along the route to accommodate meets with other trains. Also, the longer the train, the less responsive the air brake system will be. In addition, at least up here, winter temperatures also play a part in limiting train length. Normally, the limitations are stated in terms of train length and not the total number of cars. Mid-train power and air repeater cars allow for some very long trains even in winter months. We ran some that were 10 to 11 thousand feet this winter. <br /> <br />Bob Dunn <br />Canadian Pacific Rwy <br />Winnipeg, Canada
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