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6 episodes

Impossible Engineering - Season 4: Extreme Railroads

First aired May 17, 2018Season 4

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.

Episodes

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Episode 1

Deadliest Trains

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May 17, 201842 min

The world's toughest trains have conquered deadly jungles, deserts, and mountains, and were made possible by expert engineering and cutting-edge technology.

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Episode 2

World's Fastest Trains

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May 24, 201842 min

The world's fastest trains were built with expert engineering and cutting-edge technology, pushing the speed of railroad travel to new limits.

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Episode 3

Mega City Trains

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May 31, 201842 min

The world's busiest cities are kept running by innovative train systems built with expert engineering and cutting-edge technology.

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Episode 4

Trains of the Abyss

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Jun 7, 201842 min

The world's most incredible trains cross deadly canyons and chasms of terrifying heights, and were made possible by expert engineering and cutting-edge technology.

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Episode 5

Monster Mountain Trains

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Jun 14, 201842 min

The 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.

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Episode 6

Trains of Deadly Seas

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Jun 21, 201842 min

The world's most incredible trains have conquered dangerous oceans and seas, and were made possible by expert engineering and cutting-edge technology.