The metro system in Santiago, Chile

  • Mr.MofuM
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    15 months ago

    I love these, they are so silly! Wonder why they got rubber tires tho?

    • AdaOPA
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      25 months ago

      Apparently it lets them accelerate and brake at a higher rate, which means they are more efficient when stations are close together

      • Mr.MofuM
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        15 months ago

        Huh I see. Though correct me if im wrong, they seem to be underground? I’m wondering how such a close together stationed Tram Network would be underground, instead of say Busses above. Is Chile particularly crowded from above?

        • AdaOPA
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          25 months ago

          Honestly, I don’t know whether this is a tram or a train. It’s underground, and it’s hugely crowded above ground. But I was just a visitor that was curious about tires, so I don’t know for sure that my understanding is correct.

          • Mr.MofuM
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            25 months ago

            Still super nifty I’d say!