Amtrak ALC-42 New Locomotive - A First Look
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- Опубликовано: 15 сен 2024
- The ALC-42 is a brand new, state of the art locomotive design built by Siemens Mobility in Sacramento, California. Amtrak has purchased 75 of these locomotives, which are part of the Charger diesel-electric locomotive series, to replace P40 and P42DC units that were built in the mid 1990s. I was invited by Siemens Mobility and Amtrak to document the completion of the first new locomotive, Amtrak number 300, and explore the assembly process for these highly advanced machines at their Sacramento manufacturing facility. In this video, we talk with Armin Kick of Siemens Mobility as well as Roger Harris and Scot Naparstek of Amtrak about these locomotives and how they will improve Amtrak service in the years ahead.
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Happy to see Siemens is doing good buisness in America. Theire latest Locos and Train Products here in Germany are great, you guys are getting good Maschines
Awesome to hear! Looking forward to seeing them in service!
Ja!
Siemens was a great success in Europe and Asia, glad to be seeing it spread in the Americas.
The Siemens Charger is absolutely taking North America by storm. Not only has every intercity operator in Canada and the US purchased a large number of them (Brightline, Amtrak States, Amtrak Long-Distance and VIA Rail Canada), but it has even been purchased by commuter railways such as MARC, Coaster, ACE and Metro North despite competition from the EMD F125, MPI MPXpress and Brookville BL36.
Although I do like what SIEMENS has to offer, I have always preferred EMD…
I’m gonna miss those Genesis locos, but they’ve done their duty, and now it’s time for the Chargers to carry the torch that the Genesis once carried with pride.
Long Live the Genesis!!
IIRC, the Genesis locomotives wont be replaced on all services like the Northeast Regional and eastern services.
And the Genesis got that torch from the F40PH.
All of the GE Genesis Locomotives will be getting replaced by the Siemens Charger ALC-42s and there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
I hope a few of them go to museums, or continue to operate with other railroads.
That is so cool that you were invited by Siemens and Amtrak! I hope you get more opportunities to be invited by more train manufacturers and operators. I always like seeing Geoff Marshall visit factories and operator headquarters in the UK, and I'd love to see you do that here in the US.
It was really neat and I'm glad I had the opportunity to visit! It would be cool to do more videos like this in the future!
@@CoasterFan2105 Did you learn anything about the new dual mode trainsets Siemens will be providing to Amtrak in the future?
Looks so cool the paint job looks like the old logo on the back
Yes, it does!
@@CoasterFan2105 your trains Videos are Nice amtrak 50 years
Yep. Route of the pointless arrow.
I honestly can’t be mad. These new ALC-42s look slick and modern, and since the other chargers are doing well, these locomotives look very promising. They’ve certainly got shoes to fill when the Genesis locos have been pulling long-distance and commuter trains for several decades
Agreed! Thanks for watching!
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
@@marioscardina2547 where can I see this stuff?
@@aphotographerfromcaliforni2661 You'll see.
Seeing this beautiful loco, I'm proud that these locos are replacing the Genesis, I feel like these are worthy replacements on both a technical and visual standpoint.
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
These ALC-42s seem like the next generation of the Locomotive Amtrak Family, P42DCs will be gone and we will never forget them. Time for new locos to rise!
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Place them In the national museum because there major part of our history
From a purely technical standpoint, these are worthy replacements for the P42s, and they have a large benefit of a non-monocoque body
I hope the P42DCs Get Sold To a different commuter rail, I don’t want them to be scrapped. If they scrap them I’ll scrap their scrappers
@@sebastianfloyd372 they'll get treated just like the F40PH's
@@ThePeninsulaRailfan No, they plan on relocating the P42DCs to intercity routes while the ALC-42s will solely be used on long-distance routes. There are no plans to convert them into NPCUs.
I sure hope they last a while, these look very nice and modern. Though I am going to miss the P42DCs since they are American and these new locos are German (I’m not a xenophobe I’m just saying)
@@nathanielcoleman5694 I never said NPCUs
ALC-42s look great and all but I think we are all going to miss the P42’s on long distance trains
And I never got to see a P42, you're lucky (If you saw a P42)
Indeed. The P42s were really neat. These will be worthy replacements.
noooooooooo p42😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
@@randomdude440 They're nothing special. I see P42s occasionally and P40s all the time, they're basically goofy looking Dash 8-40Bs with HEP.
I got to ride the Downeaster a couple years back and my P42 was 126 this year I’m hoping to ride it again. I wonder what P42 I’ll get this time!
You will notice the Chargers are much quieter than earlier Amtrak engines. They have proved their reliability on the West Coast.
Cummins’ are fantastic machines, really quiet and smooth, even under tremendous power.
Because it uses a Cummins engine and Cummins makes engines for all types of stuff trucks buses cars trains...
Caltrans is the largest end user of the Siemens Charger locos SC-44 ,24 locos on the roster,14 for Pacific Surfliner',10 for Amtrak San Joaquin and Capital Corridor service in Northern California.
im an amtrak engineer out of chicago and i can say currently, state owned chargers are a NIGHTMARE! they are constantly breaking down and seem to be 15 years old, even tho they are still technically new enough to be under warranty. ive personally picked up multiple dead trains when chargers have failed, and were talking minor to major failures people; from unavalible HEP (passengers freeze for hours in the dark while i rush to get them to chicago) to a connecting rob blowing out thru the crankcase, to the fire department called to put out an electrical fire.
i tell people that chargers are like a keurig coffee maker. if u fill it up with water, put in the pod, and the light doesnt come on............thats pretty much it. youre dead on the rails. the p42's they are replacing (btw ive never met anyone in my profession thats ever called it a genesis) are built more like an automobile from the 90's, you can actually TROUBLESHOOT THEM when something goes wrong. seimens is very careful to not let any of their proprietary information get out to too many people. this is a great buisiness model, but doesnt really work when a seimens tech works 9-5 monday thru friday.
also the locomotives are roughly 10 tons lighter than p42s, which might not seem like much, but running thru michigan in the snow? sliding past station platforms is just a common part of the day now, even for the most experienced engineers.
basically put (and i know im goimg to start a huge argument here 😖) chargers are the expensive apple devices of the rails: whenever something goes wrong you "need an adult". p42s are the tried and true desktop pc that your parents own: not perfect but you can at least figure out the issue. and as we say regularly "not the greatest equipment, but at least it'll get you home" 😎
@@alexbaker2851 oh well I’ma have my mind on the scenery and the lounge car
You were personally invited? By Siemens and Amtrak?? Boy, am I jealous! Nothing that special ever happens to me!
But wait there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
@@marioscardina2547 That's not the point. And it doesn't help me, either.
You are one very lucky person to be able to get all this great insight on these new locos mike! Great video as always! :)
Thanks so much, Dean! A very rare and lucky opportunity!
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Really excited to catch some shots of these ALC's on down the line ! A great look into the future operations of long distance travel, that's for sharing these nice interviews, you were very fortunate that Siemens reached out to you.
As always awesome content Mike ! Looking forward to yournext segments. I've appreciated your high quality videos for years although I don't always comment. Keep up the great work !
- Larry
Thanks so much, Larry! I really appreciate it.
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
I’m super excited for the release of this loco but I’m going to miss the p40s a lot
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
me to
Especially since we know most of them will meet their demises at the hands of blowtorches………….
Wonderful video and glad you got a "media" invitation!
So am I! Thanks so much!
I love the acs 64 ditch light design on the new charger locomotives. I'll miss the P42DCs, they're my childhood. :)
They look good! Thanks for watching!
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Good news! A few P42s will be (temporarily) kept! Amtrak can’t decrease the number of their locos!
@@henrythef1guy768 nice
Same here. They've been synonymous with Amtrak in my mind my whole life.
It looks so futuristic
your so right
no it is not
@@323railfan4 now now, this isn't a foamer video buddy
@@Railviation you good
There will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange and that's the new age.
Great Interviews and I really appreciate these types of videos talking about the specific units and the engineering behind them. I also like that you got back in front of the camera again!
Thank you! I'd like to do more videos like this in the future. Glad you enjoyed it!
Awesome video mike! Learned a lot on how these locomotives will conquer the long dinstance journey trains, we will also miss those great p40’s and p42dc locomotives.
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it!
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Amtrak purchased 75 locomotives
@@marioscardina2547 yup
What a great honor for you to document the locomotives from Siemens! Congratulations!
Thanks so much! It was an amazing experience.
@@CoasterFan2105 If you get a chance do a video on the current order of Siemens single level passengers cars for Caltrans and Amtrak Mid Western service.Otherwise great video on the ALC-42 locos,look forward to your next video,be safe and stay hydrated.
Very cool tour! I can't wait to see these on the Keystone Corridor in Pennsylvanian Service.
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That new ALC-24 looks stunning.
I love the paint job, the very spacious cab and the sound of the Cummins diesel. Thanks for another great video.
It does! Thanks for watching!
So there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Nicely done! I look forward to seeing an ALC-42 leading the City of New Orleans through Memphis one day.
Thank you!
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
The ALC 42 looks absolutely beautiful. It has to be one of the most beautiful charger locomotive I have ever seen
Thanks, Mike Armstrong! I’m so happy that Coaster is getting their Dash 8s from Wabtec and Amtrak and also, I wanted to tell you that the new Class 1 railroad in North America, the New Jersey, Ohio, and Illinois Railway between Newark, NJ, and Chicago, IL, is opening soon! Since it will be Class 1 railroad #6 to replace Kansas City Southern (KCS), the NJOI will run both freight and passenger trains on their trackage. With new Siemens venture passenger cars being built for that freight/passenger railroad, Amtrak is rebuilding 46 P42DCs in Beech Grove, IN, as non-powered control units (NPCU) for use as cab cars on the NJOI's passenger trains with a roll up baggage car door on the rear of the long hood on them. The locomotive working hard on the front of these passenger trains is either an NJOI SC-44, ALC-42, or EMD F125. NJOI is getting ALC-42s from Siemens as well, but they will be used on their passenger trains only. Here’s my focus for this Class 1 railroad: Silver is mainline freight, orange is remote control, and dark green is passenger service with a P42 NPCU on the end of NJOI's passenger trains. NJOI will also be acquiring some GP40PH-2s from New Jersey Transit for use on their passenger trains as well. I can’t wait for the EMD SD70ACe-RCB to make its debut, though! Along with new cities being built in the US, do you want them to build that Class 1 railroad and add it to North America's network once it’s 100% complete with construction on the New Jersey, Ohio, and Illinois Railway (NJOI) set to begin by the middle of August?
Thanks for watching!
The next generation of diesel locomotives sure is futuristic with now 3 different models: the SC-44, the SCB-40, and the ALC-42.
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Very awesome! We'll be getting the Siemens Chargers here in Canada too in a few years to replace our Genesis and F40PH locomotives that run the most heavily used corridor between Windsor-Toronto-Ottawa-Montreal-Quebec City.
Can’t wait to see these guys on long distance trains!
Just a few months away! Thanks for watching!
You'll see more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Great video Mike! Thanks so much, I am very excited about the new locomotives and paint scheme! :)
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!
Wheeling 302! You know me right?
more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
@@adventuresofamtrakcascades301 Yeah!
From the chehalis Washington railcam
Omg this is so good, thanks for going over there to see it having its lights on for the first time!
The in-person version is a lot better than the pictures online
Good to see you! You have the best videos. And I said before, you have a really great voice to listen to. Thanks for sharing.
Nice Video Mike! Really Good Footage, I’m enjoying it!
Thank you! Glad you’re enjoying it!
This is very exciting but also bittersweet. The new Charger is beautiful looking, but I have so many childhood memories of the P-42s. I’m going to miss them! Luckily they will still be around until all the new engines are ready for service.
I feel the same way. Thanks for watching!
More Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Very nice video! That’s awesome that you got invited to go see it at the factory!
Awesome!!! I can’t wait to see these running on the long distance trains
Same!
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
@@marioscardina2547 nice
These chargers definitely look more aesthetically pleasing than the SC44 chargers
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Agreed, but I think the SCB-40 variant looks even better. The nose contour on Via's units is especially nice
It is however very cool you were allowed in, considering all the changes between fan and railroad since 2001.
I am very grateful to Siemens Mobility and Amtrak for the opportunity!
I can’t wait to see that ALC42 Heritage Unit. But ima miss the Good Ol P42’s with there sweet K5LA’s. Great video Mike
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
@@marioscardina2547
Dude, do you have to say this on every comment? Enough already.
@@marioscardina2547 there will be 75 alc42s, but amtrak hasnt decided of what is next
Very nice video! This video within the first 20 minutes got more views then mine lol.
I guess people really wanted to see the new ALC-42!
These new locomotives are hot!
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Not a lot of Wind Shield Viewing area for Engineer !
Nice intro lol
It's really cool that Siemens and Amtrak invited you to do this! Keep up the amazing videos Mike :D
Nice Video Mike
Thanks!
I'm excited for these to enter service on the Heartland Flyer and texas eagle soon
But, are you excited for the mass scrapings of the P42s??????????????
@@henrythef1guy768 as much as I like the P42'S there comes a time when a locomotive needs to be replaced with something new and advanced and that's why amtrak is getting new locomotives to replace them
Thank you very much for this interesting report. As a German I am glad that Amtrak has chosen a Siemens loco. Hopefully the trains are going to run as announced.
Absolutely outstanding footage of this great locomotive! Can't wait for the BTS factory footage which few are able to get footage of!
@Acerailfan3303 Trackside So do I. The nose for the ALC 42 is much better than the regional chargers.
Thanks so much! Part 2 is going to be great!
@Acerailfan3303 Trackside Yep... Why does RUclips keep deleting most traces if your existence?
I've just arrived, sir!
Welcome aboard!
I Love The New Charger Locomotive, But I Will Miss The P42 Locomotives
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
@@LJRailfan-Gamer_07. Me Too
And the Dash 8’s too
Wow amazing
Thank you!
@@CoasterFan2105 I hope the P42DCs Get Donated To Railroad Museums or Sold to different commuter rail
@@sebastianfloyd372 aww you so right
I saw the ALC-42 while I was Railfanning in Naperville, I didn't capture it cause I didn't have my camera, but I was impressed on how it looked
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Very nice video! I just saw 300 yesterday on its way to Washington DC
Nice!
more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Great video Mike. I am looking forward to the next two episodes and it is cool that Amtrak and Siemens have allowed you this opportunity.
They look amazing! Can't wait to see them on the rails!
Awesome video CF! going to miss the P42s but nothing lasts forever. hope to hopefully see one of these on the Surfline when they get more of them.
Hey mike! Nice Video! I’m heading up for Seattle today and tomorrow . I’m excited to see trains in the Pacific Northwest!
Awesome! Have fun!
How cool this Amtrak. ;)
Very cool!
Can’t wait for these Chargers to take over the long distance trains. I’m gonna miss the P42s tho. Thank goodness I got to see one for myself before they’re retired! It was the Genesis (P40/42s) and the Toasters (AEM-7s) that were a big part of Amtrak! Now it’s the Chargers (SC-44/ALC-42) and the Sprinters (ACS-64) that took their place but at least I like both the Chargers and Sprinters and hope they carry on throughout the future!
Agreed! Thanks for watching!
At 1:14 I see some Siemens Venture cars being built and they have high level boarding doors on the right of the ALC-42. Are those the new trainsets that are meant to be replacing the Amfleets on the NEC? Amtrak did say that Siemens is the preferred builder for the Amfleet’s replacements! I know the Siemens Ventures on the left of the ALC-42 are for Amtrak Midwest! Also will the ACS-64s be repainted into the Phase VI livery like the ALC-42 Chargers? The AEM-7 had changes to its livery from Phase III to IV to V and I’m wondering if the same thing is going to happen to the ACS-64s?
Glad to see one finally get out of the plant. I sure hope these enter service soon. How long do they have to undergo testing before they are cleared for service? Anybody know? EDIT: I know this is sort of off-topic but does anybody know when the 40-year-old Superliners will be replaced? This will be the THIRD generation of locomotives they’ve had.
It depends, but probably a few months.
Nathaniel,Don't worry,Super Mario Scardina that's me is here to the rescue,the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew is coming Amtrak's way to replace all of the Superliner Cars and the new bi-level rail cars will have all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
I remember reading in the Amtrak "equipment asset line plan" that they plan on finding a replacement for Superliners somewhere around 2030
This new Charger looks much much better with these headlights (similar to the Acs-64). Along with the paint job, this is altogether a great looking locomotive!
it’s amazing to think that at one point locomotives were these little fireplaces on wheels with pistons and stuff, but they’re now 4200 horses and are quiet enough to have a conversation next to.
I can't wait for it!
Nice Vid! Enjoyed it a lot!
Thanks so much!
Nice! That is one nice looking locomotive!
It really is! Thanks!
More Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Those genesis had a happy life but it’s time for the END.
Dominic,There will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
@Dominic Silva
hello
how are you doing
And a big THANK YOU to you for putting together this excellent video! Keep up the great work!
You are lucky you got a sneak peek of its assembly!
Yes, I am! Thanks, Austin!
Linda e moderna locomotiva, parabéns Amtrak
De hecho, gracias!
I think we need to make a logo for the Charger Family, probably with a bull or goat?
A coasterfan my man keep up the good work dude
Thank you, will do!
Really enjoyed this Mike, thanks for sharing!
You're very welcome! Thanks for watching!
If they're anything like their regional Charger cousins, like we have in Illinois, then they'll be great.
Thanks Mike! Very interresting video. Siemens locomotives are high quality locomotives in Europe and you got good machines for Amtrak.
I remember reading that someone said they wanted to sue Siemens for making the Chargers replace the F40s, F59s and now the P42DCs, wonder if that clown changed his mind😂😂
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Happy Father's Day, Mr. Mike Armstrong! :-D
Wow thats a super cool locomotive it looks so well with the p42
They did a great job!
I mean there's only so much you can do to cram 4200HP into the clearance profile of the North River Tunnels (even though diesel doesn't operate through the tunnels on a regular basis).
@Bloody Arc Quite likely.
More and more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Wonderful video and very informative thank you. Background information... I'm a truck driver by trade. I was very surprised to see the Cummins engine in there, I was more surprised to see def. I know in my world they sure can cause some fits . hopefully they are better in a train since it's more steady throttle/power
Caught this on Amtrak P030 with other railfans!
Nice!
My boy Mike at it again with another train video
Every Friday! Thanks for watching!
I wish I was alive to see the F40'S being built.
Being built? There's still a ton of them running and even getting rebuilt.
@@woodalexander Do you know if anything good will ever happen to EX Amtrak F40PHR unit 404???
@@graphtonix6607 No clue. I'm sure some ex-Amtrak F40s are running around somewhere, I believe most of the ones on the T and other commuter lines were built for that purpose.
@@woodalexander Do you have Instagram?
@@graphtonix6607 Yeah but I don't use it.
I love the big Cummins inside that Siemens
Happy Fourth of July, Mr. Mike Armstrong! :-D
Thanks, Kev!
Finally i want to see its first run, and Finally COASTER FAN IS USING FACE CAM:)
Also Amtrak ALC 42 number 374 will be its Amtrak last charger of the ALC 42
It reminds me of an ACS-64, and I like that
I can’t wait for the new Siemens’ ALC-42 chargers that is coming to the Silver Services of Silver Meteor and Silver Star as well as Auto Train around Florida, despite the sadest days of the P42s’ retirement.
Amtrak will have more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Wonderful I can't wait to ride on it when they hit the rail l am on the Amtrak train right now at this present time wow what a great start
I been riding train over many many years and haven't gotten tired yet smile go Amtrak go
Happy Juneteenth Day, Mr. Mike Armstrong! :-D
Awesome looks new, and they gonna miss GE Genesis in the far future for retirement. 🚂
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Mike: It's wonderful you and the other contributors, could find the time for producing this documentary about these new locomotives from Siemens Mobility. That Cummins Diesel powerplant, I believe is produced by their assembly operations in Columbus, Indiana. Columbus is South of Indianapolis, IN. off the Interstate Highway (I-65). This places it less than 40 miles away from the Amtrack National Maintenence Center in Beechgrove, Indiana.
Thanks Mike for sharing this vid
You're very welcome, Terrell! Thanks for watching!
The ALC-42, in my opinion, is one of the largest step Siemens have ever offered to Amtrak. Its improved design is what tells the passengers the future of the long-distance network. We may miss the P42DC's but they've done their nostalgic duties. I hope that this locomotive can prove its worth in order for the former to pass the torch to the new one.
Too many more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Very alike to the ACS-64 and revolutionary for the long distance rails. Can’t wait for their debut on the rails!
I like it. Nice paint scheme, much better than the Avelia Liberty Acela. I hope they keep using this scheme. And I'm not sad to see the Genesis phased out. Never really liked them. I was always partial to the F40.
F40s were a favorite of mine as well. These look pretty sharp too!
Way more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
@@CoasterFan2105 same I don’t really like the genesis
Great video Mike. Looking forward to the next Friday.
Can’t wait to see them
there will be more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
Great video. I see the ALC-42 looks like the ACS in the front. Slick impressive. Love to see them babies on the Northeast other than Keystone service.
Wow Mike! Big score for you!
Yeah, it was pretty cool! Thanks so much!
Those look awesome Will you talk about the new SC 44 charger on Ace train
They do! And I hope to at some point!
Ok cool 😎
Nice Video Mike! :) 👍❤️
Thanks, Rhett!
I am looking forward to seeing these ALC-42s in service soon! It is not every day that a new diesel locomotive for passenger use is acquired by Amtrak: the last time Amtrak acquired locomotives for it's long-distance trains is with the 1996-2001 P42DCs!
Also, this is the first video I have seen in which I have seen _you!_ Thanks for the video!
Of course and more Siemens Charger ALC-42s,more CAF Viewliner Baggage Cars,the Siemens Wander Baggage Cars that I already drew and the 3rd Generation of superliner derived bi-level intercity railcars that I already drew as well coming Amtrak's way with all 50th Anniversary Paint Schemes,Phase I,Phase II,Phase III,Phase IV,Phase V,Phase VI,Phase VII paint schemes and the new Phase VIII paint scheme that I colored in with the colors Midnight Blue,Royal Blue,Red and Orange.
That is a awesome Locomotive 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Fantastic video! I'm so excited to see these hit the rails!