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  • General discussion of passenger rail systems not otherwise covered in the specific forums in this category, including high speed rail.
General discussion of passenger rail systems not otherwise covered in the specific forums in this category, including high speed rail.

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21 Replies 
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by bostontrainguy  - 
1 Replies 
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8 Replies 
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