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Posted by R36 #9346 on Fri Nov 6 16:36:54 2009, in response to Some questions about the L, posted by insidetransitcom on Fri Nov 6 14:53:34 2009. 1. As was said before, the position of the flag in relation to the MTA logo is another sign.2. Eight cars. 3. Because the line was operated by the BMT, whose predecessor was the BRT, which of course, stands for "Build Rapid Tunnels." :-) Actually, the Steinway Tunnels have a narrower loading gauge, which does not allow for safe operation at higher speeds. Remember, these tunnels were completed in 1907 for use as a trolley line, but wasn't used by IRT subway cars until 1915. |
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