The steepest railroad grade is no more

The steepest railroad grade is no more

By Kevin Gilliam | June 6, 2023

Saluda Grade in western North Carolina challenged trains with its incredible 4.7% incline

Locomotives at bottom of steep grade with train on hill behind

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