Amtrak Test Train - 5 Different Paint Schemes #shorts

Three To Seven Together. An unusual test train was operated out of Amtrak's Albany-Rensselaer Shop on Monday, March 18, 2024. Testing various upgrades, including PTC installation, Train 864 is seen crossing the Mohawk River in Schenectady, New York. The train includes an astounding 5 of Amtrak's 7 paints schemes, Phase III through Phase VII. This was the first time the Phase VII painted AMTK 740 led on train since arriving on the property as part of a large group of overhauled GP38-3s to enhance Amtrak's non-revenue fleet.

Full resolution pics and prints:

Consist South/East to North/West:
AMTK 740 (GP38-3, Phase VII)
AMTK 739 (GP38-3, Phase V)
AMKT 43376 (AmFleet I, Northeast Regional/Phase IV)
AMTK 108 (P42DC, Phase VI, 50th Ann)
AMTK 90406 (F40NPCU, Phase III, 40th Ann)
AMTK 736 (GP38-3, Phase V)

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