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The Railroad: What It Is, What It Does 5th Edition (2008) By John H. Armstrong, edited by William C. Vantuono. Softcover, 6x9, 406 pages, illustrations, photos, drawings, diagrams, tables, charts, bibliography, glossary, index. The fifth edition is even more valuable than before. Inside youll find a comprehensive look at how todays railroads function from equipment to procedures and marketing to maintenance. This book is ideal for novices and experts alike. The easytoread narrative presents a brief history of railroading from the coalfed iron horses that helped build a nation to the latest generation of EPAcompliant locomotives. Youll also find current information on new technologies such as ECP brakes and computerassisted transportation systems. The fifth edition is a resource for anyone wanting to learn about modern day railroads. The book delves into many facets of the railroad industry including such topics as freight cars, locomotives, track, signal and communication technology, intermodal traffic, operations, labor relations, and design engineering. Softcover.
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This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
I picked up 'What It Is, What It Does' to help my son get into railroading. It's an easy read and packed with info! The illustrations are a nice touch, making it engaging for kids. Perfect for newcomers!
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Sarah Johnson
Great Intro for Beginners!
I picked up 'What It Is, What It Does' to help my son get into railroading. It's an easy read and packed with info! The illustrations are a nice touch, making it engaging for kids. Perfect for newcomers!
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Emily Rodriguez
Dissapointing Formatting Issues
I was looking forward to this book, but the layout felt off. Some diagrams were hard to follow, and it could use better editing. Not what I hoped for, unfortunately.
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Emily Rodriguez
Dissapointing Formatting Issues
I was looking forward to this book, but the layout felt off. Some diagrams were hard to follow, and it could use better editing. Not what I hoped for, unfortunately.
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David Chen
Solid Book but Lacked Depth
This book is a decent introduction to railroading, but I expected more detail on certain topics. It covers the basics well, though, so it's good for someone who's completely new. Just wish it had a bit more meat!
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