[Attention Surplus Disorder]

Supposedly the limit was 50 around that curve.

How is this possible?

[bigdaddy45]

What do you mean “how is this possible?” You don’t just get in the train and drive it full speed until you get where you’re going. You slow down around curves. Duh.

[Rodamala]

Supposedly the limit was 50 around that curve.

How is this possible?

Physics... and Title 49 CFR Part 213.

Specifically, §213.329 Curves; elevation and speed limitations [for Class 6 Track and higher].