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3/24/2010



Rail News: Passenger Rail

WMATA contracts ENSCO for track inspection vehicle


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The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) has contracted ENSCO Inc. to develop and construct a track geometry vehicle to inspect track conditions and identify potential rail flaws.

The new vehicle will enable WMATA to conduct comprehensive and frequent track inspections throughout the 106-mile Metrorail system both during the day and when the lines are closed.

The automated track geometry vehicle is designed to test several geometric parameters of track without obstructing normal passenger-rail service. The $7.8 million vehicle is expected to be delivered in spring 2012.