I asked Metro to do a real-time cab view when the RC opens and actually got a positive response. We'll see if we got an official cab ride or not. Tri-Met and Chicago CTA did it with their systems already. I think Denver RTD and NYC MTA did too.
Wait, I thought LA Metro couldn't run the AnsaldoBreda P2550 light rail vehicles on the A Line (Blue) due to weight too brittle to resist on the bridges within the A Line route. Well I guess that the Blue/A Line redevelopment project did allow extra track strength in anticipation of the Regional Connector. Looks like both lines (A (Blue) and future E (Gold)) after RC opening will run both P2550's and Siemens P2000's along with the Kinkisharyo P3010's.
It’s funny how they said that they can’t be on the blue line as it’s “to heavy for the tracks” and then they just put these on the blue line. They will eventually put these on the expo line from what I heard.
Thought they are overweight and could not be used on the blue line. Are there any P2550 and P2000 trains running on E Expo line lately? Also Gold Line riders be prepared for even more filthy trains and delays once the RC is opened. Although it is common on the Metro system, the blue line is by far the worst.
This might have to do with Regional Connector which in about in a few days will leave passengers on Platform 1 and pick up passengers on Platform 2 in 7th/Metro
That might not happen until after 2028 since the E and K lines are gonna be very popular during the Olympics. The fancy looking trains will stay on those routes
I'm surprised as all the chatter I heard about the fate of the P2550s is that they'll transfer to the E Line only, due to the cars being too heavy for the A Line elevated crossings. I guess we we're wrong. Hopefully some make their way to the E Line.
I know these were heavier than intended, but they seem to run well along a straight path, I can imagine that the ride quality is excellent. I can’t wait to ride them.
