Building a Realistic Portuguese Railway Line with CP 2600 Trains

Planning Your Route

Design a long-distance route similar to real Portuguese regional services. ARCO coaches were historically used on extended passenger routes, so plan stations at least several hundred blocks apart. Consider terrain and landscape to match Portugal's geography.

Track and Power Infrastructure

Lay electric rail compatible with 25 kV systems. CP 2600 locomotives require continuous power supply along the entire route. Install power substations at regular intervals and ensure proper rail gauge consistency throughout your line.

Station Design

Create platforms that accommodate the full length of your train consist (locomotive plus multiple ARCO coaches). Add shelter structures, benches, and signage to match authentic Portuguese station aesthetics. Consider platform height to align with coach door levels.

Scheduling and Operations

Use MTR4's timetable system to schedule regular departures. Set realistic travel times between stations based on distance. This creates a living railway that feels authentic to Portugal's regional rail network, where ARCO coaches provided reliable long-distance service.