Engines of Amtrak - Acela Express

[@Project_Prescott]

Watching the Acelas blast through Kingston Station is a wonderful experience, you just see the lights in the distance and next thing you know it's blasting by and the pedestrian bridge is shaking as if there was a earthquake

[@The101Point1]

It's crazy how heavy the cars are but then again the weight of the whole train set is the weight of one big boy

[@EstorilEm]

There's a lot of information out there about this - it's primarily due to United States safety requirements for crash / impact testing and integrity, indeed these companies manufacture very similar train designs at a fraction of the weight for other countries. It does pay off though, as can be see on both sides of things (crashes inside vs. outside the US).

[@robloxfan8638]

Wow

[@VestedUTuber]

@@EstorilEm On the flip-side, though, how many collisions between trains happen in the US vs elsewhere? Our equipment might be able to stand up to rough track and take collisions a lot better, but in Japan and most of Europe those kinds of incidents don't happen anywhere near as often.

[@OnTheGo352]

@@VestedUTuber I wouldn't say it really happens often in the US either, more so historically all freight trains were super heavy and freight companies have no intent to buy lighter locomotives due to the weight of freight trains in general, so all commuter trains had to be heavy enough to withstand collisions with them specifically, and this sort of doctrine just continues today. Just like everywhere else, there are the few big accidents but it's not a common thing.

[@adventuresofamtrakcascades301]

14:24 I love how Sonic says: Now Back To Engines Of Amtrak!

[@BAS19.6]

Last night I Went to Union station, dc, and saw four of these together sitting at the platforms. They are truly beautiful. They almost sparkle under the station lights.

[@NScaleTrainBoy]

Oh Boy! The Long awaited Acela Express video finally arrives! Good thing I literally JUST finished presenting in class so I can just focus on this!! Love these vids so much, always so detailed and fun to watch. Thanks for the awesome videos!!

[@Moltar_Railfan]

Bombardier: hey let’s name it American flyer Lionel and American flyer: am I a joke to you?

[@YaoboyProd2K15]

Alstom be like: It comes from TGV.

[@tom-and-mom]

0:21 Streamlined trains

[@ram-ck7ti]

Looking forward to the replacement for the Acela on the Northeast corridor. It is now 2 years after you made this video. Time for an update. Really have enjoyed your videos. thanks...

[@conorontherails]

5:48 amazing video, i love the remastered version. for the timestamp there is a small correction. only the passenger cars had tilting technology in them, the power cars never had this ability. the avelia liberty sets coming soon do have tilting technology in all passenger cars and power cars

[@Boypogikami132]

Then why need tilting track if they can tilt themselves? I don’t get it

[@banksrail]

@@Boypogikami132 It’s simple physics. Think about riding a motorcycle. When going really fast you tilt to turn even if the ground is tilted. This way you can spread more of you mass onto the ground and not flip over. The added tilt just helps the trains run faster without upgrading more infrastructure.

[@conorontherails]

@@banksrail Correct. Since they want it to be high speed rail they need to take all the steps to make it as fast as possible.

[@zeferinoresendiz1698]

Yes

[@physetermacrocephalus9986]

The power cars on the Avelia don’t tilt because that will cause unnecessary wear and tear on the catenary, from what I’ve heard.

[@bluebear6570]

Germany started a highspeed network already in 1971, with some major routes refurbished to allow for speeds up to 125 mph. These were loco-hauled firts class trains, pulled by the now gone DB class 103 (formerly E 03) electric.

[@SONICX1027]

Since I’m from the East Coast (living in Rhode Island) the time I rode the Acela was the smoothest I ever rode on a train in my life.

[@MemeReviewer]

Love this series! Also the new Acela reminds me of a toy train, mainly due to the carriages and power car design.

[@ironmantrains]

What's ironic is that you mentioned the HST at 0:48, which is double the age of the Acela and while it has been replaced on two major high speed routes, it's still running some long distance services and expected to operate even after the current Acela trains retire, while the US replace their trains after 20 years, UK trains usually last at least 30 years, with most lasting 40+ years. The HST was supposed to be a stop-gap until APT tilting trains arrived (British Rail pioneered advanced tilting technology), but the APT never reached its potential and was outlasted by the train it was intended to replace. Awesome video though!

[@kettlerunrailfan]

Not even five minutes in and you're already hitting the nostalgia button with the old Mario game music. Well done!

[@bradley8575]

I can't wait for the Avelia Liberty Next Year. Edit this didn’t age well yet.

[@tom-and-mom]

11:46 All Acela trains were suspended to maintain social distancing measures.

[@tom-and-mom]

11:40 I think you all know where this is going... 11:45 Due to a specific, global event... URR URR! All Acela trains were suspended to maintain social distancing measures.

[@tom-and-mom]

11:08 Split apart

[@tom-and-mom]

11:13 Hovra Da Grace Maryland

[@rainierbagatsing1073]

Me to but this could spell the end for the acela express this is disappoting as this is my favourite high speed train in America and the only high speed train in America.

[@thatd59ladlarry]

12:50 now there’s a surprise

[@36_snaps]

@@YaoboyProd2K15 hi

[@SkateGeneva]

It really is a shame that the US gov. has not invested more heavily in reviving the railways. Apart from the NEC, that does deserve a complete overhaul, and modernisation, so many other areas have potential for high speed rail connectivity, such as Florida, Texas, California, etc. You guys in the US deserve better public transportation.

[@subzerofromny735]

I would agree but theres a logical reason as to why they didnt. First off, Americas rail system is mostly designed for heavy freight. Not fast passenger service. America has alot of resources, so a good freight system is needed. 2. People in this country want cars, not trains. Even immigrants from other countries compliment how they can drive wherever they want without restrictions which they weren’t able to do in their home country. Third of all, alot of vehicles today are much cleaner than they were back then. Most even have to pass a CDC regulation in order to be driven in certain states. 4. America uses alot of money for other important things like military, schools, charities, other transportation, protection, town development etc. Europe and Japan on the other hand spend their money on highspeed trains. Which isn’t a bad thing, but they are not tax subsidized. Meaning that most of the money invested they’re not getting back. Yes the railroads did build America, but that was way before the invention of cars, planes and buses. Which goes on to my next point. Planes are much faster while cars and buses are much cheaper. And most people wouldn’t to for example sit on a long distance train like the empire builder from chicago to seattle when you can get a 3 hour flight. If you wanted highspeed travel you’d fly on a plane. If you want to go slower and save money, you’d drive or take the bus

[@GoSlash27]

@@subzerofromny735 All true. People have a weird fixation on HSR as a demonstration of technical achievement, but there are many places where it's not ideal. In America (the continent) the only place it makes sense is the northeast corridor. Heavily urbanized with big, congested cities that are spaced closely. This mimics the situation in Europe and Japan, which is why HSR is a good fit there. The rest of the US... Not so much. Cities are spread far apart and are so sprawling that cars are mandatory. In the rare case where people choose to travel by train, they're not in a hurry to arrive at their destination and are mainly doing it for the enjoyment of the trip. You can throw all the money you want at fast trains and infrastructure, but people around here would still rather fly or drive when given the choice. As long as that is the case, HSR will remain a cool but unprofitable concept.

[@castome7pi]

@@subzerofromny735 Trains are way faster and cheaper than planes in distances of 300 Km, they even have more interior space, you can bring your own food with you, you don't need to worry about battery restrictions...

[@fuckheinschitt239]

@@castome7pi no! Plane are much cheaper

[@castome7pi]

@@fuckheinschitt239 In USA plane airlines are way more developed than rail ones giving a lower price per person but in other countries like Japan where that Is not the case trains are way better in the conditions I said up there

[@thealmightydoge5653]

HELL YEAH BOI!!! BEEN WAITING FOR THIS EVER SINCE THE SDP40F!!!

[@joshbrony2204]

Same!!! I remember watching the original episodes, and I was excited when the “Rail Breaker” episode came out.

[@roninmasterxl2750]

Is SDP40F the loco of the Acela?

[@LakeStateRailfan]

@@roninmasterxl2750 No lmfao

[@roninmasterxl2750]

lol ok...

[@malachimuhammad-dy2ow]

Amtrak Acela Express Train #2151 made a high speed trip from New York City to Philadelphia, and broke a 150mph high speed record between those cities in 1 hour and 2 minutes.

[@michaelpham8368]

First Sponsored Engines of Amtrak Vid

[@thetrainguy1]

That's how you know he made it!!! One of the first Railroad channels to be sponsored!!! Awesome video!

[@iowarailfanner1013]

Amtrak should sponsor his engine of Amtrak videos

[@evanharkin]

I’m glad he got sponsored but why are ppl talking about hacking.

[@patrickmartin3322]

It’s 2024 and the Avelia Liberty still shows no signs of entering service any time soon

[@mj1234321]

Well done! Glad you touched on the history of the Metroliner as well as the future of Acela service. Nice overview.

[@SBSZStudiosmoved]

I've been waiting for this *TOO LONG!*

[@MetraEmdF40PH]

Same

[@Robloxity_News]

Yes brother

[@DJ-Cooper]

I can't wait for the ACS-64 locomotive on engines of amtrak! I absolutely love this series!

[@DK-nv9zu]

Great job with this video! Being a west coaster, I haven’t thought much of Acela since I drove them in Microsoft Train Simulator almost 20 years ago

[@adventuresofamtrakcascades301]

(I'VE) been waiting for this for nearly or over 2 years now (since I wasn't able to see the original.)

[@thiruraj3866]

“The cursed Acela” Let’s see show many people know what it is

[@ROTE]

Avila liberty

[@雪者]

O

[@Swampyfoam]

I know

[@Swampyfoam]

I don’t want to say though

[@Wawa111_Mainline]

Ooooooh boy not the falling off the layout

[@blueridgerails7779]

Per my friend who works for Amtrak, the Avelia set will be replacing the old Acela fleet by 2024. It's definitely interesting..

[@BnuuyBoi2005]

Its the fastest train in America YESSS

[@yeahman70]

Avelia Liberty: NOT ANYMORE

[@NoTraceOfSense]

I was at New Carrollton last week, saw two pass while waiting for the MARC. Quite the experience, though I’ve seen the Shinkansen before as well.

[@NorthAtlanticRails]

You forgot the Acela crash on October 28, 2004 where First Class car 3201 hit a bridge support. 3201 was removed and the rest of the train continued service holding down the Metroliner service. After 3201 was repaired in Bear Delaware it was re-added to the train and it runs to this day.

[@Nurvington]

Very enjoyable! One other factor in the slower travel time to and from Boston are speed restrictions in place for the train sets on Connecticut’s tracks. The tilt option is prohibited along Metro North Territory from CP SHELL (New Rochelle) to New Haven because of a mostly narrow right of way. Acela trains could potentially broadside equipment on closely laid adjacent tracks so for that their speeds are limited to between 70 MPH and 90 MPH. 🚄ACELA

[@BulletTrainProductions]

Correction on the horsepower, the horsepower on each power car is 8,000 HP and thanks for the reference on my video sent to you!

[@Ko-Rail7382]

you should do the F- and E- units, like do one with a few examples of those units (F9, F7, F3, E2...etc) and how they were used in systems, defects, stuff like that.

[@Conman_57]

I heard that Amtrak is delivering the Avelia Liberty sets through Sunbury, PA. I'm really excited for that since I live near Sunbury. Sunbury doesn't have an Amtrak station, so that's why I'm excited.

[@TFALC]

Wow im a 8 years old boy and im a huge fan of trains! When i grow up i will take videos of trains!

[@M1stersupersonic8]

Potentially unpopular opinion, but the Northeast Corridor is the only place where high speed trains make sense. Here, the cities are densely populated and relatively close to each other, much like Europe, making the train a sensible option. But the further west you go, the less dense cities become. Distances between the largest cities would mean that the travel time would be anywhere from 4-6 hours. It only gets worse from there: cross country distances, even when using the highest speed of the Avelia Liberty, would take 12-24 hours to cross, meaning all-daylight runs would be out of the question. To be completely honest, I would love a high-speed long-distance sleeper service. That said, not everyone is a rail enthusiast. It might be possible to convince general public to trade the stress of driving or the lead time of airports for a much more relaxing experience at a premium. But most are going to look at the greater costs and longer travel times, and either drive or just take the plane.

[@ProLGL]

Somebody should do a series like this but over CITX and/or PRLX leaser units. I think it’d be really fun to watch a video on the uprising of leaser railroads and their fleets

[@thekidfromcleveland3944]

Sponsors! My boy Jared is moving up👏👏👏👏 well earned man

[@CaptainJeau]

You should make a video on all the upgrade proposals and under construction parts in getting ready for the new train sets

[@duncanmcauley7932]

Boy do they need it! I could see all the upgrades needed in Connecticut alone. Gotta start somewhere

[@SDTrains]

I love the Acela and also can’t wait for the Avelia to come out

[@SantaFe19484]

Keep up Engines of Amtrak, they are the main reason why I subscribed to your channel.

[@thegr8winston]

AWESOME so cool to see my photos in one of your videos! Boss video as always!

[@theamtrakfan568]

I was waiting for this!!

[@TheWinnipegRailfan]

Thank you Doctor Chungus, I appreciate that, man.

[@himbourbanist]

The Acela sure is not perfect, but it holds a special place in my heart as America's first high speed rail. All of the track improvements that went into the Northeast Corridor to accommodate the Acela were a HUGE benefit to every service that uses the corridor, too.

[@nolantherailfan5048]

Especially with its hybrid K5LA

[@Cnw8701]

Sucks I was never able to ride these. However, I was ecstatic when I saw them at D.C Union Station! I took a short video of my trip back in 2018 and uploaded it onto my channel. The Veterans ACS-64 unit was also there, too!

[@amtrakfannec]

Amazing video as always! Looking forward to the ACS-64 episode! 👍🏼

[@johnrich2102]

Many people forget that America built the world's very first high-speed electric Bullet Trains in 1931, when the Philadelphia & Western RR Bullet MU cars entered service. They were the first production railroad cars ever tested in a wind tunnel and were capable of 100 MPH. The ran for almost 60 years before they were finally retired in 1990. Six of the original 10 MU's are preserved in museums.

[@SgtChip]

A good video on our Acela trainsets. It gives hope for HSR everywhere in America.

[@MidnightAspec]

6:51 I can’t recall the last time I saw a solid Comet IV consist on NJT.

[@thomasweekley9209]

I do hope that one or two Acela sets are saved for display

[@Models1-g1x]

I love your channel it’s amazing all the facts that you’re packing to all your videos

[@tehangrybird345]

I love the Acela, it’s very fun to ride and is a great high speed train!

[@tylerkochman1007]

Finally. I'd missed the old video.

[@fatherkalashnikov453]

I am so glad you finally did this one. Thank you and keep it up man.

[@TheHornMagnet]

Great remake episode of The Acela Express. I really enjoyed it! For your Amtrak ACS-64 remake, I have a couple of Hornshow videos I think you can benefit from using. I would like to send a few to you if you haven’t finished making that yet.

[@Edelweiss1102]

As an European, I really like the Acela as it brings a bit of familiarity and the design is great. It is sad and honestly I'm a bit suprised that they will be retired after just 20 years of service, I'm sure they could have been refreshed for another 10-20 years. The new Avelia sets are ... eh.

[@YaoboyProd2K15]

Yeah, the Acela express sets, being 20 years old, didn't age really well due to technical issues, but served a faster link from Washington DC to New York City.

[@MrJimheeren]

American train sets generally don’t age as well as in Europe. Due to harsh weather conditions but mainly the bad state of its infrastructure. American trains just take way more of a hit on old bumpy tracks, plus the trains are heavier due to safety regulations what also wears out the engines

[@otakurailfan]

I love these video man keep them coming! I hope to ride the acela one day. I also love your choices of background music 👍

[@whatsup89100]

love the raritan river bridge. Drive by it every time im coming to visit my parents in nj

[@rnrailproductions5049]

*Insert comment complaining about the Avila Liberty horn being European, even though it’s a Nathan Airchime horn with KS-2 and KS-4A bells*

[@cryorig_transit05]

I didn't know that, I always thought it was a European horn

[@NYMR-Pacific]

Finger Goes Zoom When U See Engines Of Amtrak (Also,Im 9th To Comment So Im Happy)

[@SpheroJr3289]

Ah yes. Acela express. YES! Also in early :D

[@medrep1000]

Outstanding video, narrative, and editing.

[@johnspeller3666]

Here in Port Huron we do at least get to travel the Blue Water through the Midwest Division of Amtrak at 110 mph.

[@CommuterRailProductions]

I'm gonna be honest, the overall design and Hybrid K5LA is what makes the Acela special.

[@anonymousperson9610]

It’s sad the current Acela are being replaced I hope Amtrak doesn’t scrap them and also the liberty horns suck I hope Amtrak can equipped them the hybrid k5la.

[@yaraihan]

And Bring The Sucked Airhorn To Indonesia For Railroad In Indonesia

[@EvanAviator]

Why is it sad? They are 20 years old.

[@GoSolarPlz]

Thank you for saying Bombardier properly!!

[@IAmMisterTterevel]

Just drove one on TSW 3; Amazing Train Set.

[@triple7gaming243]

At 2:23 you can spot F69PHAC #451, which worked with the other F69PHAC #450. Wish we still had one around.

[@anitamoncur5379]

I Have A Serious Crush On You Amtrak Acela Express Trains And Our Special Bond Is Getting Even Stronger Than Ever Before Together

[@ceehazz]

Amtrak should paint one of their Acela trains with one of the cursed fantasy paint schemes Lionel created

[@springycz837]

Finnaly, one of my favorite! Edit: wow you have a sponsor! Congrats!

[@ChuckE.CheesesIllinois]

Yo, that part where you played the Sonic Adventure intro over the Trains was cool

[@Noodle_Train]

Loved the video, and love the Acela. Unfortunate that they’re replacing them so early imo.

[@murrayent1able]

You my friend did an amazing job here. Thanks for sharing😁

[@lightningsaviation5130]

Glad to see your remastering some older videos

[@jackthompson5125]

Still waiting on those Avelia Liberty replacements in November 2024 LOL. Thanks Alstom

[@ROTE]

The acela express is a unique and great train. It's sad that they are retiring next year.

[@RiftRaft_]

I’m subbed to you dude

[@BulletTrainProductions]

According to an Amtrak conductor, they're keeping some trainsets for super regional and keystone service

[@EMD_F59PHI]

Finally! Thank You Amtrakguy365!

[@lancesamtraktrains3734]

This is a much needed video! Excellent 😃🚅

[@AdamSmith-gs2dv]

We will be losing these soon sadly. Shame since they are pretty cool trains. (Though the new Liberty units look pretty good too)

[@BennysBenz]

I rode this train once first class when it was new. I would take Amtrak more often but thier schedule is not convenient for me.

[@railfanxjofficial]

Man the old Acela Express is almost as heavy as the big boy

[@williamseaman176]

I’m gonna miss Acela.

[@MegeGabe_Personal]

Hell yeah, been waiting!

[@trainfanatic7768]

There is an extra Acela car that isn’t usually used anymore. It’s a track geometry car and you can usually see it in Washington DC yard I think

[@NishnaValleyRailVideos]

I was not expecting a skill share ad

[@randomtransportguyx4397]

Amtrak guy: 20 years is the service life. Me in the uk with our near 40 year DMUs : am I a joke to you

[@pashon4percushon]

you could've added in the recent tests Amtrak had for the Acelas when they were adding Acela cars to the trainsets to see if it was efficient to run longer lengths of Acelas at high speed to meet the demands of increasing passengers. I had wondered what ever happened to the results of those experiments, then the Liberty showed up.

[@FFred-us9tw]

The idea was scrapped because of cost. The original factory was closed down over 20 years ago. The cost of buying 40 new coaches, two for each train set was outrageously expensive. That’s when they decided to just build entirely new trains

[@CaseysTrains]

Fun Fact, I was the girl in that pic at 12:31

[@blue9multimediagroup]

Nikki in North Philly lol

[@MrJimheeren]

I had to look for you. But hey there you are in front of a pole

[@NanoTech-num]

“Finally it’s here”

[@Strasburg_Railfaner611]

I’m excited for aveila Liberty but I’m sad the Acela Express is getting replaced and I’m the 500th comment

[@kinggamerchase4447]

I'm a fan of trains and I LOVE your videos

[@johnkaplun9619]

I'm watching this on the Acela now and when he showed samples of the air horn the train sounded it's horn. I can confirm that's what it sounds like lol

[@AVeryRandomPerson]

Great job on that Bombardier pronunciation!

[@thegreenelephnant8100]

Hay so happy you got a sponsor man

[@christopherdelgaudio9484]

Good stuff dude! Happy Holidays everyone!!

[@Railfan225]

Yes!! Can you do the SC-44 When there's enough research or get the chance?

[@WesternOhioInterurbanHistory]

They could have named it after the legendary toy train company, but no. That would have been epic.

[@rosscustom]

The original Acela just looks so cool