Some Swiss trains use a combination of “rack” and “adhesion”. A “rack” railroad can climb grades of up to 48%, depending upon the type of rack system employed. An adhesion railroad can only climb grades of 4 to 6%, with very short sections of up to 9%. A cog, or rack, railroad uses a gear, “cog wheel”, meshing into a special rack rail (mounted in the middle between the outer rails) to climb much steeper grades than those possible with a standard adhesion railroad. What is a “Cog” Railway?Ĭonventional railroads use the friction of wheels upon the rails, called “adhesion”, to provide locomotive power.
You’ll enjoy fantastic rock formations, spectacular vistas and breathtaking cliffs all from the comfort and safety of the world’s highest cog train. It’s possible to see four states, the snow-covered peaks of the Continental Divide, the cities of Denver, Manitou Springs, Colorado Springs and the historic gold campls of Cripple creek and Victor. You’ll pass cascading streams as you wind through a steep canyon of gigantic boulders and tall pines towards your destination well above treeline. Your trip will take you through four life zones from lush high plains to fragile alpine tundra. Relax and watch in wonder as you climb to 14,115 feet above sea level to the summit of America’s favorite mountain – Pikes Peak.
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