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What would happen if Metro removed all 1000-series rail cars from service?

April 26, 2017cars Metro rail removed service

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What would happen if Metro removed all 1000-series rail cars from service?

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Passengers would notice immediately. The 1000-series rail cars comprise approximately 25 percent of the rail fleet. Removing these cars from service would force a return to four- and six-car trains. Remaining cars would be extremely crowded with an increase of approximately 40 passengers per car.