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Posted by Avid Reader on Tue Dec 19 12:24:29 2017, in response to Re: R46 return to the C, posted by randyo on Mon Dec 18 13:05:29 2017. Could these early R110 cars be separated, and added to lengthen some four section R179 sets.Shirly, the additional 15ft. total could still fit, and clear most IND platforms, and tunnels. The R110B cars were ordered from Bombardier in December 1989.[1] They were designed to test various new technology features that would eventually be incorporated into the R143 and were not intended for long-term production use. There were nine R110B cars, numbered 3001-3009. The cars were linked into three-car sets by consecutive numbers. The cab cars are powered with four traction motors each, while the center car of the 3-car set is an un-powered, cab-less trailer. The cars are typical B-Division size, except that they are 67 feet long, a length shared by the BMT Standards, and the SIRT ME-1, along with all of the SEPTA's Broad Street Subway cars and the current PATCO fleets. The R110B uses the standard subway train control stand, but with some added computerized features. The layout of the controls is desk-style, with switches, lamps, and a single lever to control traction and braking. A CRT with function keys on either side is used to monitor speed, train status, etc. The R110B's design is similar to that of the R68 cars now in use on the BMT and IND services, but the ends are more square and use Lexan glass in the windows. Car ends that do not have cabs have an expanse of glass. The seating configuration is the same as in the R68, but the materials are more advanced. A matte plastic is used that allows scratches, tags and stubborn graffiti to be buffed out using a light abrasive. The seats have a reduced bucket. Internal surfaces are tan fiberglass and plastic, with accents provided using a plastic mosaic applique. The floor uses linoleum with a pattern of slightly raised and textured squares. The R110B cars have handholds for shorter passengers. There are rollsign line indicators in the front of the train, LCD destination signs (on windows) and interior strip route guides on top of the ad space, and LED indication of stops ahead on both sides. Another new and important feature was the passenger intercom, which could be used for emergencies. |
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