19 cars, at 50 tonnes per car (I assume the 'customary' weight.)
2 engines, at 118 tonnes per engine (EMD F40PH)
Total 1186 tonnes
OK, that's one heavy train.
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How much does a Canadian weigh?
19 cars, at 50 tonnes per car (I assume the 'customary' weight.)
2 engines, at 118 tonnes per engine (EMD F40PH)
Total 1186 tonnes
OK, that's one heavy train.
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