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Train Simulator: The Racetrack: Aurora - Chicago Route Add-On Torrent Download [key Serial]

Updated: Nov 29, 2020





















































About This Content Widely known as the “Windy City”, Chicago has now been brought to life in Train Simulator, in the famed route The Racetrack Aurora - Chicago. The route begins under the skyscrapers of Chicago at Union Station, making its way through the urban landscape and out into the western suburbs, journeying along past yards, stopping at 24 commuter stations before arriving at Aurora. This route is a bustling conveyor of tonnage. The Racetrack is the eastern anchor to BNSF’s sprawling 32,500-mile route system. Approximately 50 daily BNSF intermodal, auto, manifest, crude oil, grain, and coal trains traverse the route. Additionally, The Racetrack is a vibrant people mover, home to Amtrak intercity trains (including the California Zephyr and Southwest Chief) and the Regional Transportation Authority’s ‘BNSF Line' Metra commuter operations. When all these movements are combined, it is common for the Racetrack to host upwards of 150 trains daily. The route has several rail yards. The Hill yard, adjacent to Aurora station, is used to hold commuter trains for eastbound runs and Eola yard, east of Aurora, is used for general freight operations. The BNSF intermodal yard in Cicero also has engine-service facilities and a freight-car shop. BNSF also has yard in the Western Avenue area, running parallel to the main line. On the approach to Union Station, is the 'Chicago' commuter coach yard on the west and Amtrak's coach yard and service facilities on the east. There are several interchange points along the racetrack with connections to Canadian National, Norfolk Southern, CSX and Union Pacific. The St. Charles Air Line, a small connector line, begins as a long ramp near the Canal Street Wye, then crosses over the coach yard on its way eastward where it connects (off route) to another CN line near Lake Michigan. NS has trackage rights over the Racetrack as does CSX and occasionally CP. Historically so have CN and UP. To complement the bustling main line, the route also includes the BNSF’s West Chicago Branch, a scenic and historic branch line that traces the east bank of the Fox River north from Aurora approximately 13 miles to West Chicago and is dotted with industry switching opportunities, which was originally built in 1849. Accompanying the route is a host of locomotives and rolling stock, including a Chicago commuter F40PH with fully operable cab signaling, authentic bi-level “gallery” commuter coaches, and an authentic bi-level cab coach for push-pull operations (Amtrak P42DC and Superliner stock is also included for AI-use). Included are eight career scenarios that are authentic to operations on the line, including commuter and freight operations on the Racetrack main line along with a local run on the West Chicago Branch. The route is Quick-Drive enabled. a09c17d780 Title: Train Simulator: The Racetrack: Aurora - Chicago Route Add-OnGenre: SimulationDeveloper:Chicago & Southwest ProductionsPublisher:Dovetail Games - TrainsFranchise:Train SimulatorRelease Date: 13 Aug, 2015 Train Simulator: The Racetrack: Aurora - Chicago Route Add-On Torrent Download [key Serial] Like a few of the other reviewers have said, this is the first time I've purchased an addon at full price. Well worth it: the amount of detail here is extreme, and all of the west suburban downtowns are lovingly crafted, especially Naperville and Downers Grove.If you're familiar with the BNSF\/Metra, this is a must-have. Period.. I bought this route a week ago and I got to say, This is a great route. They did a great job making this route. I love this route and i enjoy playing it. I recomend buying this route, its awesome!. This is a really nice route i cannot deny. It has everything you want for an american commuter route. But lets look at the pros and cons firstPROS:Detail is amazingMany different stations if you enjoy commuter workings.Fcae pacedSimple but enjoyable scenarios2 GP38-2 LiveriesThe only source of BNSF left avaliable to the UKLarge Branch LineCAB CAR!!!CONS:Comes with a boring F40A bit conusing when making scenariosLaggyIn total i think this is a decent route. I will rate it8\/10. This is a really nice route i cannot deny. It has everything you want for an american commuter route. But lets look at the pros and cons firstPROS:Detail is amazingMany different stations if you enjoy commuter workings.Fcae pacedSimple but enjoyable scenarios2 GP38-2 LiveriesThe only source of BNSF left avaliable to the UKLarge Branch LineCAB CAR!!!CONS:Comes with a boring F40A bit conusing when making scenariosLaggyIn total i think this is a decent route. I will rate it8\/10. I Love this DLC! I take Metra alot and could not wait for this. This is a must have for this game. I also took a ride on the real thing and it is the same!. It's 10 out of 10 railtastic!. Great to see a route that goes all the way in to Chicago! Has buildings and everything done nice. This is one of my route recommendations. It is a quality made route, it is well done and neat. You get some equipment to drive on it with such as the passenger services and it is somewhat realistic. 9\/10. Pros of the route:*High-quality tracks*Includes the whole BNSF Railway Line from Chicago Union Station-Aurora*Has almost every single yard and siding according to real life standards*Comes with scenarios which make the Racetrack live up to its name*No wheelchair ramps as that is how it is in real life*Comes with a detailed manual*Comes with plenty of intermodal and manifest rolling stockCons of the route:*Not the most optimistic rendering, as framerates drop.Pros of the METX F40PH-3 and Nippon Sharyo Bilevels:*Accurate modeling for both locomotive and cab car*Decent sounding P5 Horn for the F40PH-3*Outstanding K3LA for the Cab Car*HEP "Screamer" mode for F40PH-3*In-cab signaling for both locomotive and cab car*Exterior braking sounds*Blended Braking*Ability to turn on and off the in-cab signaling*Audible and visible alerter*Option to turn off alerterCons of the METX F40PH-3 and Nippon Sharyo Bilevels:*Unbranded for both locomotive and rolling stock*Inaccurate physics*Crappy-sounding bells for both locomotive and cab car*Both parts in "All Stops to Aurora" are way too tight on schedule (especially with Fan Railer's Comprehensive Fix)*Inside the cab car, when an F40PH-3 passes by, there are no prime mover sounds coming from it (may apply to locomotive as well but I didn't check)*Draw Distance of sounds are bad*When releasing the independent brake from the cab car, the train brake sounds instead of the locomotive brakePros of the BNSF GP38-2 and rolling stock: *Accurate modeling for both locomotive and rolling stock*Two paint jobs: H3 and ex-BN*Exterior braking sounds for both locomotive and rolling stock*Outstanding 16-645 naturally aspirated sounds*Branded for both locomotive and rolling stock*Decent-sounding bellCons of the BNSF GP38-2 and rolling stock0:*"Chicago Yard Duty" said I did not complete scenario the first time I went through it*Crappy sounding RS2M (also it should be an RS3)*Jumpy throttleThere are too many pros and cons for me to say anything so here are the fixes:METX F40PH-3 and Nippon Sharyo Bilevels:*Fan Railer's Metra EMD F40PH-3 & Gallery Cab Car Comprehensive Mod (NOTE: IF YOU TRY TO RESTART A SCENARIO, THE CAB CAR SOUNDS MAY DISAPPEAR; RESTART THE ACTUAL GAME): https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=eVHz1Yb0mFc*Buzz456's Metra Sinage and Logos: http:\/\/railworksamerica.com\/index.php\/download-library\/accessories?view=document&id=1858:metra-signage-logos&catid=24:accessoriesBNSF GP38-2 and Rolling Stock:*BNOV's BN RS3K: http:\/\/www.railworksamerica.com\/index.php\/download-library\/sounds-enhancements?view=document&id=1815:bn-rs3k&catid=25:sounds. Great route! Great Stocks! Nice buildings! I recommand it! Some bugs have been found at the release and they have been fixed right after! Thanks! :)

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