Metra’s Iconic F40 Locomotives

Metra is the commuter railroad agency for the Chicagoland area. It’s the 4th busiest commuter rail system in the US and the largest in size outside the New York City metropolitan area. Their primary locomotive power since 1977 has been the F40PH and F40PHM-2 locomotives. Despite their varied fleet, Metra is best known for EMD’s F40 series. In this video I go over a history of the Regional Transportation Authority and consequently Metra, along with how their line of F40 locomotives have stood the test of time and left a lasting legacy on American railroading history. Sections: 0:00 Introduction 0:37 The RTA is Formed 2:19 The Metra Brand 9:58 Credits Music Used: Super Mario 64 - Title Theme Jet Grind Radio - Recipe for the Perfect Afro Kirby Super Star - Dynablade Overworld Sonic Unleashed - Empire City (Day) Sonic Adventure - Welcome to Station Square Sonic Adventure - Speed Highway (At Dawn) Nintendo 3DS Shop Theme Links: Twitter: Instagram: Flickr: @N06/ My Site: