Chicago's Metra-An Up Close Look at Chicago's Commuter Railroad Trains

Chicago’s Metra commuter rail system is one of the success stories of modern railroading. Carrying upwards of 300,000 passengers a day, it is a marvel of dedication and precision. In this program, you’ll get an up-close look at Metra, including visiting some areas of the system normally off limits to the public.

Some of the things that you’ll see include:

*See all of Chicago’s downtown stations

*Take a look at Metra’s 12 routes

*Go inside the famous "Zephyr Pit" repair center

*Learn what it takes to overhaul passenger cars

*Visit historic Tower A-2 and talk to the leverman

*See how each Metra route has its own character.

All of this and more in this action-packed 60 minute program that you’ll want to watch again and again! Color, narration. DVD includes chapter menus.

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