The study examines various operating and economic aspects of short train operation. It includes a summary of studies conducted by several railroads plus original research by the author. Changes in freight train labor productivity and costs are discussed and related to changes in capital invested in freight cars. Parameters relevant to train size include identified operating, economic and marketing factors. Since no comprehensive analytical procedures exist upon which to formulate conclusive answers, the study documents the need for the railroad industry to develop such a methodology.


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    Title :

    Study of the Economics of Short Trains


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    Publication date :

    1974


    Size :

    39 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English






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