Bombardier Highliner

Discover the Highliner, an iconic Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) serving passengers across the United States, most notably with Metra, where it's known as the METX Highliner.

Built by Bombardier and the St. Louis Car Company between 1971 and 1979, this impressive train operates on a 1.5 kV DC electric system and boasts a top speed of 130 km/h.

With a standard gauge of 1435 mm, a width of 3.2 meters, and a height of 4.82 meters, the Highliner stands as a testament to railway engineering from its era, ensuring comfortable and efficient journeys for thousands of commuters daily.