R179

The R179 is a class of 318 new technology (NTT) New York City Subway cars built by Bombardier Transportation for the B Division. It sucked for many reasons.

Bad Qualities

 * 1) The R179 replaced the remaining R42s.
 * When the R179 itself was pulled from service, they didn't put the R42s back.
 * 1) Their doors were malfunctioning. Even the creator of this wiki noticed that before!
 * 2) One time, they even were accidentally uncoupled on an A Train at Chambers Street.

Good Qualities

 * 1) At least it will replace the old R32s that keep breaking down.
 * 2) It will improve the breakdown rate of the C train
 * 3) It also is different from the R160s and R143s.
 * 4) The HVAC is noticeably quiet
 * 5) The ride on it is smooth and less bumpy.

Trivia

 * Due to incidents with R179s, Bombardier is no longer/not allowed to bid on NYC Subway cars.