Electrification

What is holding back electrification of the North American transcontinental lines?

The capital investment would be very high, and so would the wire. The tallest trains are now 20’2 double-stacks and auto racks. Usual catenary height is much lower.

What is holding back electrification of the North American transcontinental lines?

The capital investment would be very high, and so would the wire. The tallest trains are now 20’2 double-stacks and auto racks. Usual catenary height is much lower.