Impossible Engineering

Season 4: Extreme Railroads

Since their spectacular rise in the 19th century, railroads have been at the cutting edge of engineering and technology and that remains true, even today. Extreme Railroads shines a light on the world's most extraordinary rail systems, including New York's Arthur Kill Vertical Lift Bridge, Japan's Bullet Train and California's Central Pacific Railroad.

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6 Episodes

Deadliest Trains
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Deadliest TrainsThe world's toughest trains have conquered deadly jungles, deserts, and mountains, and were made possible by expert engineering and cutting-edge technology.
World's Fastest Trains
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World's Fastest TrainsThe world's fastest trains were built with expert engineering and cutting-edge technology, pushing the speed of railroad travel to new limits.
Mega City Trains
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Mega City TrainsThe world's busiest cities are kept running by innovative train systems built with expert engineering and cutting-edge technology.
Trains of the Abyss
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Trains of the AbyssThe world's most incredible trains cross deadly canyons and chasms of terrifying heights, and were made possible by expert engineering and cutting-edge technology.
Monster Mountain Trains
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Monster Mountain TrainsThe world's toughest trains have conquered the deadly heights of our tallest mountains, and were made possible by cutting-edge railroads engineered to make impossible climbs and brave extreme weather.
Trains of Deadly Seas
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Trains of Deadly SeasThe world's most incredible trains have conquered dangerous oceans and seas, and were made possible by expert engineering and cutting-edge technology.