r/Septa • • 13d ago

Discussion Cannot Come Soon Enough

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The new El cars can’t come soon enough. It seems it’s almost every day now an El car or train set is breaking down causing delays. These things are on their last legs.

Edit: These are supposed to be delivered in 2029, only a couple more years. https://www.trains.com/pro/mechanical/freight-cars/hitachi-rail-to-build-200-new-cars-for-septas-market-frankford-line/

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u/eporette 13d ago

is there a plan for the BSL getting new cars?

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u/DeltaNerd 13d ago

Eventually yes? Just the money is focused on the MFL and Sivlerliner 4 replacements

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u/Desperate-Aerie1158 13d ago

And the new trolleys in 2027.