Thanks for sharing. Love the inital long shot. I used to drive Desiros in Germany, though my company only used them for three years and then moved them to another subsidiary. I still miss them because, for a DMU, they are quite nice to drive. Acceleration is good, cab's nice and quiet, good view, good suspension in comparison the other DMUs such as LINT or TALENT (the latter you might know as Ottawa's O-Train, I'm not sure they operate outside Europe otherwise). They broke down a lot when they were new, resulting in the nickname DEfective SIemens ROlling stock (in German, but it happens to work in English, too). We weren't sure what Desiro really stands for. ;)
The air horns on these DMU trains sound so different than they did back in 2014. They are also overhauling these amazing light rail vehicles nowadays similar to that of the NCTD Coaster bombardier bilevel coaches and cab control cars.
I used to ride those when going to college. They are interesting but have had numerous issues since they began operation. One day I had to wait with a lot of other people in the rain for over an hour when the one that was supposed to arrive going east broke down in Oceanside.
That is true and even NCTD thinks these are a nightmare to service! Parts need to be custom made but there are vendors who can supply them for the right price. I have not had much issues with the Sprinter, but it does happen with delays. Don't forget the brake failure.
I was out in California some years ago and I remember seeing these trains in between the freeways. I live in eastern Pennsylvania and we are definitely lacking train service even though we have nice coach buses going east to New York City and south to Philadelphia.
We have train service South Eastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority or Septa for short it Serves Delaware and New Jersey states and Bucks, Delaware, Chester and Montgomery Counties in Pennsylvania
Very nice video. I would just like to say that these are diesel motor DESIRO trains, manufactured by Siemens in Germany. He drives so mainly in Germany and here in the Czech Republic. Seeing these trains in the USA (but so far only San Diego) is really interesting:-)
+xkirovt These are specially made for the Sprinter, as there is a braking system in the central part of the train and the Aircon is bigger than the ones in Europe, since the area is known for hot weather at times.
Another great video. I've only had one opportunity to ride Sprinter, and it's a great operation. Far more useful than the WES Commuter Rail we have in Portland.
I am compiling a video of transit systems in the US: I have not had a chance to film his system and was wondering if I could use 30 seconds of your footage? I would be more than happy to list your channel as credits under the description once I put out the video.
Eventually they want to get zero emission multiple units and when the time is right they will probably be over 20 to 25 years old. Maybe we might also want to add more track which could mean more frequencies so you would need more cars.
TrueGM NT As of currently, only NCTD operates the Siemens Desiro within the US. There are 12 total sets numbered 4001 - 4012, although not all will run on a given day.
nice video sorry ididnt suscribe long time ago i wasnt on youtube for a whoile sorry and i suscribed and great video how you record it vrentguyen46. im curious
dblissmn The line that the Sprinter runs on is actually also used for freight to and from Escondido, via the Pacific Sun Railroad. As far as speed upgrades, I’m certain the infrastructure currently in place is already for maximum efficiency and speeds. The main goal for NCTD is to increase train frequency rather than the speed per train.
NCTD is planning to buy 20 FRA compliant vehicles to replace the existing 12 Sprinter cars. Only Stadler can build a FRA compliant vehicle to replace the Sprinter, but who knows that the FRA is changing the requirements so that European trains can be used in lower speed railroads.
Biggest hurdle right now is that the track layout would create bottlenecks for additional service. NCTD wants funding for additional track so they can have 20 minute service, and maybe better service along with an Express version. Express version would be a Sprinter that goes to only the most popular stations (ridership wise) and would likely skip Cal State San Marcos in favor of the freight track. NCTD needs money and there is no money right now for new trains as well as track expansion. NCTD needs 51 million just for new buses.
The track was already being used for freight when the sprinter came around. There’s a fork right around before it reaches Cal State San Marcos. The Sprinter takes the right track while the nighttime freights use the left
Thanks for sharing. Love the inital long shot. I used to drive Desiros in Germany, though my company only used them for three years and then moved them to another subsidiary. I still miss them because, for a DMU, they are quite nice to drive. Acceleration is good, cab's nice and quiet, good view, good suspension in comparison the other DMUs such as LINT or TALENT (the latter you might know as Ottawa's O-Train, I'm not sure they operate outside Europe otherwise). They broke down a lot when they were new, resulting in the nickname DEfective SIemens ROlling stock (in German, but it happens to work in English, too). We weren't sure what Desiro really stands for. ;)
The air horns on these DMU trains sound so different than they did back in 2014. They are also overhauling these amazing light rail vehicles nowadays similar to that of the NCTD Coaster bombardier bilevel coaches and cab control cars.
I used to ride those when going to college. They are interesting but have had numerous issues since they began operation. One day I had to wait with a lot of other people in the rain for over an hour when the one that was supposed to arrive going east broke down in Oceanside.
That is true and even NCTD thinks these are a nightmare to service! Parts need to be custom made but there are vendors who can supply them for the right price. I have not had much issues with the Sprinter, but it does happen with delays. Don't forget the brake failure.
I was out in California some years ago and I remember seeing these trains in between the freeways. I live in eastern Pennsylvania and we are definitely lacking train service even though we have nice coach buses going east to New York City and south to Philadelphia.
We have train service South Eastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority or Septa for short it Serves Delaware and New Jersey states and Bucks, Delaware, Chester and Montgomery Counties in Pennsylvania
Very nice video. I would just like to say that these are diesel motor DESIRO trains, manufactured by Siemens in Germany. He drives so mainly in Germany and here in the Czech Republic. Seeing these trains in the USA (but so far only San Diego) is really interesting:-)
+xkirovt These are specially made for the Sprinter, as there is a braking system in the central part of the train and the Aircon is bigger than the ones in Europe, since the area is known for hot weather at times.
xkirovt Siemens actually has a location here in California where these trains are actually built the sprinter was actually built here in the US
Another great video. I've only had one opportunity to ride Sprinter, and it's a great operation. Far more useful than the WES Commuter Rail we have in Portland.
I'm planning to purchase a Piko model of this in DB red and repaint it into the NCTD Sprinter colors
i think the horn on the U2 trolleys was louder than the sprinter horn
Very good looking light rail.
Seems so weird to have actual European trains within the USA. But they're great DMUs.
Excellent video! New subscriber!
Jeff Jones Thank you ! Glad you enjoyed the video !
@@BrentNguyen46 I wonder if Sprinter is repainting their trains in the new paint scheme just like the SC44s and the cars in the new paint scheme
Must be hard though to get the train doors directly to the entrance
Nice livery.
The Spinters are like baby Coaster trains
Great Video. Are the horns Really soft out there?
I am compiling a video of transit systems in the US: I have not had a chance to film his system and was wondering if I could use 30 seconds of your footage? I would be more than happy to list your channel as credits under the description once I put out the video.
Timosha21 As long as credit is given, yes you may use the footage.
I hear NCTD wants to dump these vehicles in the next 10 years or so and replace them with FRA compliant vehicles.
Eventually they want to get zero emission multiple units and when the time is right they will probably be over 20 to 25 years old. Maybe we might also want to add more track which could mean more frequencies so you would need more cars.
It makes sense considering the prototype was built in 2002
Awesome Video
Thank you !
How many Desiro vehicles are in America? I don't think that there is any, maybe even barley any, except for the Sprinter.
TrueGM NT As of currently, only NCTD operates the Siemens Desiro within the US. There are 12 total sets numbered 4001 - 4012, although not all will run on a given day.
Correct! I think these are the only Desiro's in the US!
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how loud is it's horn?
TheBrantfordRailfan It's similar to the volume of a truck horn or trolley horn.
***** do you mean a pickup truck or a transport truck?
i'm thinking transport truck. so if i get one to blow it's horn it's kinda like that?
A big rig, or semi truck.
nice video sorry ididnt suscribe long time ago i wasnt on youtube for a whoile sorry and i suscribed and great video how you record it vrentguyen46. im curious
Thanks !
Track seems way overbuilt for DMU service. Are there ambitions of things like speed upgrades, or mixed traffic?
dblissmn The line that the Sprinter runs on is actually also used for freight to and from Escondido, via the Pacific Sun Railroad. As far as speed upgrades, I’m certain the infrastructure currently in place is already for maximum efficiency and speeds. The main goal for NCTD is to increase train frequency rather than the speed per train.
NCTD is planning to buy 20 FRA compliant vehicles to replace the existing 12 Sprinter cars. Only Stadler can build a FRA compliant vehicle to replace the Sprinter, but who knows that the FRA is changing the requirements so that European trains can be used in lower speed railroads.
Biggest hurdle right now is that the track layout would create bottlenecks for additional service. NCTD wants funding for additional track so they can have 20 minute service, and maybe better service along with an Express version. Express version would be a Sprinter that goes to only the most popular stations (ridership wise) and would likely skip Cal State San Marcos in favor of the freight track. NCTD needs money and there is no money right now for new trains as well as track expansion. NCTD needs 51 million just for new buses.
The track was already being used for freight when the sprinter came around. There’s a fork right around before it reaches Cal State San Marcos. The Sprinter takes the right track while the nighttime freights use the left
Cordless light rail, according to the rail transit people.
NCTD calls it hybrid rail.
Yes because they burn Bio Diesel (Recycled Vegetable Oil)
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NCTD would probably disagree with you as parts are hard to find.
The best trains in my opinion are the ones in the Japan, United Kingdom, Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
inb4 all of these are axed in favor of Stadler FL-- yeah that ain't happening.