smallspy Posted September 11, 2013 Report Share Posted September 11, 2013 Used to be the cars averaged a cost a little over a million. And you used to get a chocolate bar for a quarter. Your point? Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Bus Fan Posted September 11, 2013 Report Share Posted September 11, 2013 they pick all three design in 20 20 20 I agree with all three designs beening used. My top choice would be the mask because it is very cool design. My second choice would be the buffalo because I like the livery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thager Posted September 12, 2013 Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 ctv has posted a video package http://calgary.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=1001563 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick B Posted September 12, 2013 Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 And you used to get a chocolate bar for a quarter. Your point? Dan No need to be rude. I too am surprised at the cost, as I thought they would cost a bit less. But I can see the reason for the much higher than normal cost, seeing such major improvements and changes. It's great to see that our C-Train system is finally getting a completely new, more sophisticated type of car. I can't wait to see what these cars will look like in real life! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vancouver Posted September 12, 2013 Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 These are nice looking trains for sure. I personally prefer the Buffalo scheme, though it does look a little busy in the video. Looking at the pictures, is the driver area going to be visible to passengers, or are they thinking of putting a dark glass in there? No need to be rude. I too am surprised at the cost, as I thought they would cost a bit less. But I can see the reason for the much higher than normal cost, seeing such major improvements and changes. I think Siemens actually lowballed this order just so that Calgary would stay with them after all the issues with our Series 8's. Our last 38 Series 8 SD160's cost us $136 Million back in 2010, which is $3.57 Million Per Car. Edmonton's were $3.8 Million Per Car. With inflation and all the changes we are getting with these new S200's, I think we are getting quite a deal at $3.2 Million a piece. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gsgeek540 Posted September 12, 2013 Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 Used to be the cars averaged a cost a little over a million. I dont know how far back in time you are going but the first SDs were 4 million a piece when they were ordered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1604 Posted September 12, 2013 Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 These are nice looking trains for sure. I personally prefer the Buffalo scheme, though it does look a little busy in the video. Looking at the pictures, is the driver area going to be visible to passengers, or are they thinking of putting a dark glass in there? In this video from the city, they mention it will be easier for passengers to see out the front through the glass wall: Also of note is the mention of improved air conditioning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRT Posted September 12, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 I dont know how far back in time you are going but the first SDs were 4 million a piece when they were ordered. The 1st 27 U2 cars were $954,000.00 in July 1977 when the cars were ordered. WHAT A DEAL!!! In this video from the city, they mention it will be easier for passengers to see out the front through the glass wall: Also of note is the mention of improved air conditioning. Russell Davies mentions that the door has moved 1 module back, the video shows the door in the in the normal place, however the pictures show the door in the new spot. Its going to be a pain in the ass to access the cab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevlo86 Posted September 12, 2013 Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 Used to be the cars averaged a cost a little over a million. That was back in the days of the U2 cars. No comparison there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRT Posted September 12, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 S70 Cab looks similar to the S200 Cab Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1604 Posted September 12, 2013 Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 Here's the video CTV had posted, but in much better quality: Attached is a cropped pic of what appears to be a colour screen mounted on one of the stanchions in the video - it appears to show the line you're on, the next stop, the weather forecast, advertisements, and "Welcome aboard the S200 built specifically for Calgary" Also, the Siemens S200 design book: http://s3.documentcl...design-book.pdf courtesy @Beltliner403 - Loads of cool stuff in there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1604 Posted September 20, 2013 Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 The poll is now up. http://www.calgarytransit.com/survey/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRT Posted September 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 The Bow all the way for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheAverageJoe Posted September 20, 2013 Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 Buffalo it is for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Transit Fan Posted September 20, 2013 Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 Buffalo > Bow > Mask As long as it's not the mask, i'll be happy. It's not bad; the others are just much better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCT-3122-D800-10240 Posted September 21, 2013 Report Share Posted September 21, 2013 The Bow all the way for me! DITTO!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRT Posted September 21, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 21, 2013 The only reason I like The Bow over The Buffalo is because of the LED tail/running lights that run on the sides of the cab, The Buffalo does not have them at all. The Mask has an aggressive front end design... I'm not to crazy about it but because of the similar LED lights, I would choose it over The Buffalo because of that safety feature. All car designs may display a "Approaching Station" sign indicator on the exterior of the trailing cab. I guess we should keep in mind that the trains livery has nothing to do with the designs, this pole is only for the front cab design. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newflyer3 Posted September 22, 2013 Report Share Posted September 22, 2013 I like the Mask the most, I like the LED headlights which makes it the most aggressive out of the three. The Bow looks good but is a bit vanilla for me and then the Buffalo design I just don't like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1604 Posted September 22, 2013 Report Share Posted September 22, 2013 All car designs may display a "Approaching Station" sign indicator on the exterior of the trailing cab. I've been wondering about that and how it would work. I suppose you could tie it into the announcement system, but even then, what advantage does that offer over just brake lights? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRT Posted September 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 22, 2013 It must have rear trailing brake lights and front amber driving lights (with headlights... duh) As per TSA and LRT rule book, the Approaching Station sign is just an added bonus but I can't see it happening in Calgary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dre Posted September 22, 2013 Report Share Posted September 22, 2013 20 bow 20 mask 20 buffalo enuff said Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRT Posted September 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2013 20 bow 20 mask 20 buffalo enuff said Not gunna happen..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Calon Posted September 23, 2013 Report Share Posted September 23, 2013 Kinda wish I could get the Bow with the Mask headlights... Jon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1604 Posted October 12, 2013 Report Share Posted October 12, 2013 http://globalnews.ca/video/897478/new-lrt-car-design One interesting feature mentioned that hadn't been before: in-floor heating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick B Posted October 12, 2013 Report Share Posted October 12, 2013 http://globalnews.ca...-lrt-car-design One interesting feature mentioned that hadn't been before: in-floor heating. I think I remember it being mentioned some time ago, but I'm not sure. Interesting feature indeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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