As a person who went to Chicago in the summer, I can identify that Metra is one of the best but biggest commuter rails in the Illinois area. I have taken two of their lines before (MD-N the most, BNSF Line to Berwyn, IL once).
Very nice compilation of Metra trains! Thanks for sharing. I have quite a few of the new Borealis consists and the long standing Empire Builder around our area. Maybe a 'longer compilation of our summer sites is in order. Hmmm Your videos are top quality.
Hello Mike, an interesting video about the METRA passenger trains. I like that many of the F59PH and F59PHI locomotives are still in use. Thanks for the great video and have a nice Sunday. Best regards from Germany.
Sometimes I railfan at the Canal Street portal, and all of these locomotives you recorded are coming in and out every 10-ish minutes. Have you ever tried that spot?
The BNSF line were supposed to get the MACH’s but BNSF being BNSF (petty) they didn’t want them because it had a 710 engine instead of a 645 which all the other F40’s have. So to answer your question, (in short) blame BNSF.
I’ve seen a few bit of Metra trains when I was in Chicago, but all the crossings that I saw, had quiet zones. Which places are good to railfan for me next time with crossings having the horns sounded
Metra es una división de tren de cercanías de la Autoridad Regional de Transporte. El sistema abastece Chicago y el área metropolitana a través de 240 estaciones en 11 líneas diferentes. Durante todo el siglo XXI, Metra ha sido el segundo sistema ferroviario de cercanías más activo en los Estados Unidos. Propietario: Regional Transportation Authority Director ejecutivo: Jim Derwinski (2017-) Fundación: 1984 Estaciones: 240 Pasajeros: 301,200 (lunes a viernes); 121,800 (sábados a domingos) Tipo: Cercanías
It's hard to pick just one. I really like the Milwaukee West line because I think it has the best variety of photo locations, but they're all interesting and unique!
A few of the trains shown have one car that's painted blue (possibly with white trim), rather than the usual bare metal (for want of a better term). What is different about the blue cars?
Mike what is the status with 2105? It’s still in storage along with ATSF 5704. I also heard something about the SCRM trying to acquire a CalTrain F40, you have any new info?
These seem more like "real" trains than el "trains" of the CTA. Must be the locomotives and the railroad crossings. 7:45 - Great shot of the Sears . . . I mean, "Willis" tower.
The Railfan treasure trove of a railroad!! If you’re looking for a commuter train that operates EMDs and nothing else, then Metra is for you!
That sums it up pretty well!
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This used to be my childhood railroad, I miss them so much. Great catches!
Thanks!
Well... at least you got Kenosha, but there's basically nothing
I love my AM power naps commuting on Metra's southwest service. So much better then driving to work
I know it's nostalgic but I really hope Metra gets some rolling stock that looks like it's from this century soon lol
They should be getting some new Alstom cars in the next few years!
Awesome video!
Thanks so much! Really appreciate it!
No problem!
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Thanks for watching!
As a person who went to Chicago in the summer, I can identify that Metra is one of the best but biggest commuter rails in the Illinois area. I have taken two of their lines before (MD-N the most, BNSF Line to Berwyn, IL once).
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I love Metra trains, and I love filming Metra trains. Now that i live in FL, I haven't seen one in a while. Thanks for sharing this awesome video!
No problem! Thanks for watching!
I have never rode metra trains in Chicago but, those old locomotives will be forever ongoing
I had no idea there was a freight diesel in the metra trans service to that’s cool
Hands down my favorite passenger railway in Illinois.
Can’t we agree that that Metra’s MP36MPH K5LAs (and P5s) are so majestic to hear???
Yea
Wish the 2 the MBTA had were equipped with K5LAs lol
Best Metra commuter train video ever ❤😊keep it up on UA-cam.
What a great video my friend, great beasts 👏
Many thanks!
Fantastic video and catches of the metra trains. Enjoyed the video and have a great upcoming weekend. Steve
Thank you, Steve! Have a great weekend.
@@CoasterFan2105 you're very welcome and thank you very much also.
I LOVE Metra Trains! Great video!
Thank you!
@@CoasterFan2105 you're welcome!
Great video! Metra will always be one of the most loved passenger rail services in the Railfan Community and this video shows why. ❤️👍😎
Thank you! Metra is a really interesting commuter rail operation. I always enjoy seeing it when I'm in the Chicago area. Thanks for watching!
Awesome video! Good to see these older generation locomotives still rebuilt and running
I live close to Naperville station so I railfan there almost every day
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Love the videos man I always watch these videos and when I was a child🙏
Very nice compilation of Metra trains!
Thanks for sharing.
I have quite a few of the new Borealis consists and the long standing Empire Builder around our area. Maybe a 'longer compilation of our summer sites is in order. Hmmm
Your videos are top quality.
Thank you! Much appreciated!
great catches!
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Hello Mike, an interesting video about the METRA passenger trains. I like that many of the F59PH and F59PHI locomotives are still in use. Thanks for the great video and have a nice Sunday. Best regards from Germany.
Good video, I live in this area, and I have seen a lot. Glad you’re back!
Brings back so many memories.
Nice video, Metra is one of my favorite railroads.
I love costerfan2105 he is the best
Metra really has become the passenger railroad of locomotive variety. Nice catches Mike
Sometimes I railfan at the Canal Street portal, and all of these locomotives you recorded are coming in and out every 10-ish minutes. Have you ever tried that spot?
I have not gone to that specific spot yet, but hopefully next time I'm in Chicago.
Very nice video and memories shared here.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
I miss these trains 🚂 😢❤
Thank you!
You're welcome! Thank you for watching!
Why does the BNSF line only have F40s while the other lines get the new locomotives and the F59
The BNSF line were supposed to get the MACH’s but BNSF being BNSF (petty) they didn’t want them because it had a 710 engine instead of a 645 which all the other F40’s have. So to answer your question, (in short) blame BNSF.
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Excellent compilation, a really interesting commuter railroad there!
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Lol
You visited my hometown of Elgin, nice work as always.
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Chicago looks like they have a lot of train action!
0:12 Pretty cool with Metra. 🙂
Thanks!
Awesome video! Great catches too!
I’ve seen a few bit of Metra trains when I was in Chicago, but all the crossings that I saw, had quiet zones. Which places are good to railfan for me next time with crossings having the horns sounded
Most of the system is a quiet zone, but there are still a few crossings that aren't. Thanks for watching!
Rockland Rd in Rondout, IL is a good spot for that
It's my childhood dream see them in reality 😢 but sadly I can't see them nor I have model train set 😢
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Will you make a vid on The Metra Bi- level Gallery Cars?
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Oh cool I like that!
Thank you!
Do you know where you railfanned in the first clip?
Great video on the metra trains
Thank you, Paul!
@@CoasterFan2105 your welcome
Very cool catches! I enjoyed your video!
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Thank you, greetings!
Metra has some really nice horns! wish all the coaster horns were like that.
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The way the MP36s sound at Run 8 is unmatched. 6:30 7:37
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Metra es una división de tren de cercanías de la Autoridad Regional de Transporte. El sistema abastece Chicago y el área metropolitana a través de 240 estaciones en 11 líneas diferentes. Durante todo el siglo XXI, Metra ha sido el segundo sistema ferroviario de cercanías más activo en los Estados Unidos.
Propietario: Regional Transportation Authority
Director ejecutivo: Jim Derwinski (2017-)
Fundación: 1984
Estaciones: 240
Pasajeros: 301,200 (lunes a viernes); 121,800 (sábados a domingos)
Tipo: Cercanías
Nice video Mike!
Thank you!
@@CoasterFan2105 your welcome!, have a great day!😊
5:39 hold up I’ve seen this one you put it in Midwest trains
Metra SD70MAC 0:36 THAT IS METRA ON SD70MAC
Beautiful!!!
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This railroad must be run entirely by railfans. Literally an all EMD fleet!! My favorite type of locomotive!
Nice Metra Trains Catches!
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Now we need a Salt Lake video including Frontrunner lol
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Nice video
Thanks, Evan!
@@CoasterFan2105 No problem Mike!
this is very cool to see, I wonder what locos Metra use?
Hey Mike! What are your favorite Metra lines from greatest to least? Just curious!
It's hard to pick just one. I really like the Milwaukee West line because I think it has the best variety of photo locations, but they're all interesting and unique!
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A few of the trains shown have one car that's painted blue (possibly with white trim), rather than the usual bare metal (for want of a better term). What is different about the blue cars?
You should talk about 3001!
Mike what is the status with 2105? It’s still in storage along with ATSF 5704. I also heard something about the SCRM trying to acquire a CalTrain F40, you have any new info?
I was today years old when I learned that Metra has F59PHs
These seem more like "real" trains than el "trains" of the CTA. Must be the locomotives and the railroad crossings.
7:45 - Great shot of the Sears . . . I mean, "Willis" tower.
I’m Assuming That The First Train Was Filmed At Lockport
0:44 Tell me, ARE THOSE FREAKING VRE COACHES IN THE BACK??!?!?!?!?
They sure do look like V.R.E coaches
When did Metra start using more K5LA's??
How do they run revers with eengine at front and no clear sight?
cab control unit car
Hey Mike, there’s a new cab car from coaster🎉 go make a channel about that crab car from coaster new car
Does anybody know what are the models of those diesels?
They are SD70MACH units. SD70MAC freight locomotives with added Head end power capabilities.
@@CoasterFan2105 ah ok thanks
Info camera??
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1:29 can you even tell the difference from Amtrak and Metra?
Yea
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Does anyone k ow the routes of all the metra trains shown in this video as I can’t really identify them despite being a regular metra commuter
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