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» 1981
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The incredible UA Turbotrain, current US and Canadian speed record holder for a production trainset at 170.8 mph built in the late 60's by United Aircraft, Sikorsky and Pullman. No examples survive. Philadelphia residents note the old Bulletin sign!
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