How does the freight train system work?
This then would be the ‘real world’ railroading. Most times, if a crew spends 12 hours on duty, they may only spend six or seven of those hours actually ‘moving’. The rest of the time, you’re stuck, waiting for another train. That’s why I find it so funny that so many people think Amtrak is always late due to superiority less than that of a freight train. Nothing could be further from the truth. I know I wish I had $1 for every minute I’ve spent waiting on Amtrak. My computer here would be in an ocean side bedroom on the island of Maui……………. But, if you want to get a good understanding of what railroading entails, and if you’re not in a hurry, just keep hanging around the ‘rail’ category. Lot’s of very knowledgeable folks ’round here…………..
