@380kmh How much of an effect does snow have on a trains braking ability?
simpler--you pretty much just need a plow; brushes will do if accumulation isn't severe
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Do they just attach plows to normal trains or are there separate trains designated for such things?
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the latter, generally
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How come? Seems far more expensive.
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it takes a lot of snow for a plow to be necessary; some conventional trains have permanently built-in plows tho
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with even more snow--still no plow needed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FzYW22ReBE …
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How big of an animal can die on the track without the conductor having to care?
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lmao good question
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the Shinkansen uses warm water jets and heated trackside pads to accelerate the melting
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switches are more sensitive, and are best if they have a roof over them
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