two reasons
1. because it makes the train more streamline helping it travel faster
2. it looks cool!
compare olden trains with modern trains
What are three types of modern freight trains?
Unit Trains, Mixed Freight Trains, Intermodal Trains
transport difference in olden age & modern age
Yes Most trains are symmetrical, they have no "front" and "back".
Older trains if they were steam depended on how hot the fire was and modern day trains have electronic devices
Hows it going bros, my name is Pewdiepie, the three modern freight trains are Bro train, subway train and old trains Sincerely, Pewdiepie Felix
Diesel or electricity.
The same things modern trains are used for: hauling cargo and people.
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Modern trains are powered by diesel or electricity. There are still some coal powered steam trains in service, mainly on tourist lines.
For the speed attained and the people that can be moved, no, old trains are highly inefficient in terms of impact on the environment.