Modern Marvels S15E11 - Locomotives

Episode Overview

Experience the thrill of racing across the French countryside aboard the world’s fastest train, reaching speeds close to 300 MPH. Join the small yet mighty engines as they navigate massive vessels through the Panama Canal. Witness a dramatic head-on collision between two trains while federal safety officials keep a close watch. Venture 700 feet underground, where mining trains transport workers through intricate tunnel systems. Next, explore America’s largest maintenance facility, where locomotives get their essential tune-ups. Finally, take a glimpse into the future with a revolutionary train that hovers on a cushion of air.

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