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Train tracks in Captain of Industry are directional. Select the <b>{0}</b> tool, ensure that all tracks are bi-directional, except the ones coming into the depot, which should match the depot's direction.
trains tutorial, {0} = track direction tool
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__name |
First train line
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part0 |
This guide shows how to set up a train line to move cargo between two points. The next tutorial will expand on this by adding multiple trains to scale-up your train network.
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part1Heading |
Build loading and unloading stations
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part1a |
Open <b>{0}</b> → <b>{1}</b> and place a <b>train station module</b> at the loading site. Pick the module that matches the product you want to move, for example <b>{2}</b> for bulk materials.
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part1b |
Build a <b>{0}</b> adjacent to the module. Click the loading module, assign it a product, and set its mode to <b>{1}</b>.
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part1c |
Do the same at the unloading site: Build module and station, assign product to the module (1), and set it to <b>{0}</b> mode (2). A small arrow on each module shows the products flow direction.
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part1d |
Attach a <b>fuel-station module</b> (diesel or steam) to either station so the locomotive tops up while it is at the station. Don’t forget to connect the module to a fuel storage.
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part1e |
Rename the {0} to a name you will recognize later, like “coal loading”. The name will appear later in the train schedule.
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part2Heading |
Build train tracks and depot
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part2a |
Select the <b>{0}</b> tool and build one continuous track between the two stations. If terrain is in the way, use the elevation tools (see the toolbox at the bottom-right).
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part2b |
Extend the track past each station by at least twice the station’s length. The extra space lets the locomotive clear the module to align wagons to the module.
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part2c |
Build a <b>{0}</b> and connect its entrance and exit to your line.
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part3Heading |
Set up a train line
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part3a |
Open the <b>{0}</b>, create a new line (1), and add the two stations (2).
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part3b |
For optimal operation, set the departure rule at the loading station to <b>wait until full</b> (3) and at the unloading station to <b>wait until empty</b> (4).
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part4Heading |
Build the train
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part4a |
Click the <b>{0}</b> and press <b>{1}</b>.
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part4b |
Pick a locomotive that matches your fuel module (1). If it’s a steam one, add a tender immediately behind it for more range.
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Add two cargo wagons that match your station module types (2).
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part4d |
<b>Select the line</b> you just created (3) and hit <b>{0}</b> (4).
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part5Heading |
All set
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part5a |
Deliver the construction materials, finish all buildings and track segments, and watch the locomotive roll out. You now have an end-to-end cargo run.
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part5b |
Notice that even one module can load and unload a train with multiple wagons, if there is enough extra space beyond the station end.
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| TutorialOnFirstTrainLine__part5c |
The next tutorial shows how to let several trains share the same line without signals or traffic jams.
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