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WMATA Welcomes New Generation of Railcars

 

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority introduced its newest rail cars, the 7000 series, April 14 on the Metrorail Blue Line. The eight cars from Kawasaki Rail Car Inc., manufactured in Lincoln, NE, are part of an initial order of 64. Built of stainless steel, the new rail cars incorporate safety features, meeting improved crash-worthiness standards and rigorous fire safety standards.

 
Photo by Larry Levine, WMATA

 
 
 
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