1850 American Gold Tycoon

When Vanderbilt saw the Pioneer for the first time, he had a vague premonition: This type of train would soon become popular throughout the United States and be recorded in the annals of the development of American railway transportation.

Different from the toy-like locomotives launched by major railway companies in the east, the first impression given by the Pioneer locomotive is that it is reliable, thick, powerful and full of power.

The innovative 4-4-0 guide wheel and drive wheel configuration is also eye-catching.

"Is this the locomotive you designed? My God, those old-fashioned locomotives used by the Eastern Railway Company more than ten or twenty years ago are just children's toys compared with the Pioneer!" Theodore looked at Liang in surprise. Yao.

"It was designed by a team of engineers at Calrail, and I just gave them some ideas and ideas."

Liang Yao said calmly.

He was not as skilled in the specific technical details of train design as he was even inferior to these outstanding engineers of the 19th century.

However, the information, knowledge reserves, advanced ideas, and outstanding and unique vision he accumulated in the era of information explosion are unmatched by anyone of his generation.

The outstanding engineers of this era are more powerful than Liang Yao expected. As long as you give them some ideas and guidance, they can often bring you unexpected surprises.

Steam engine manufacturer Theodore Secor was a supplier of steam engines to many railroad companies. The steam engines produced by his steam engine factory were among the best in the United States.

Theodore also personally participated in the design of locomotives, and he was an expert on locomotives.

He couldn't believe that this epoch-making locomotive was actually designed and manufactured by a new railway company that had just been established less than a year ago.

As for why Theodore knew that this locomotive was called the Pioneer, the reason was also very simple. The black locomotive was painted with its name and number in white paint.

The outspoken Theodore looked at Vanderbilt who was equally shocked.

"No offense to my old friends, the Stonington Railroad Company and the New York and Harlem Railroad Company are still using the DeWitt Clinton and West Point locomotives, and the Pioneer that are more than ten or twenty years old. By comparison, they are indeed outdated and should be retired.”

The locomotives used by the Stonington Railroad and the New York and Harlem Railroad were, to be precise, improved models of the DeWitt Clinton and West Point locomotives.

But no matter how much they are changed, they cannot hide the fact that these two old guys are outdated: the speed of less than 30 miles per hour and the poor carrying capacity of less than 40 tons can no longer meet the current market demand.

What's more, there is also the factor of safety hazards.

Vanderbilt looked grim. If his railroad company continued to operate half-deadly in its current state, he would not be able to defeat his opponents and become the leader in this industry. He must make some changes to change the current Stowe Current status of the Nington Railroad Company and the New York \u0026 Harlem Railroad Company.

Otherwise, his investment in the railway industry will be in vain.

I didn’t expect that I could learn about railway knowledge from Liang Yao this time in California.

Since the last time he came to California, Vanderbilt had developed a strong interest in Liang Yao. After returning to New York, he also made a point of learning about Liang Yao's country of birth.

As far as he knew, this was an agricultural country with a vast territory and a large population, and people cultivated and produced in the most traditional way.

Vanderbilt didn't understand how this guy could know so much about the railway transportation industry when he grew up in a country that didn't even have a steam engine, a railroad track, or a train. Is this the so-called talent?

If it were talent, this young man's talent would be too terrifying.

"Theodore, what you said makes sense. Those old antiques still used by my railway company should really be retired."

Vanderbilt was not a man who couldn't listen to other people's opinions, and he freely admitted this.

"However, whether the Pioneer is flashy or just what it looks like, you have to ride it in person and experience it before you can make a final judgment."

With that said, Vanderbilt boarded the train.

Theodore curiously patted the black locomotive to make sure it was solid before boarding the train.

The result is obvious, the workmanship of the Pioneer is very solid and impeccable.

After entering the car, the first feeling given to everyone is that it is comfortable, very comfortable.

This kind of comfort is reflected in all aspects. The carriage is spacious enough and high enough. Even Vanderbilt, who is tall, does not have to worry about bumping his head when he stands upright.

The fur seats are very comfortable to sit on, the cabin is clean and tidy, and the wiped glass is spotless so you can enjoy the beautiful scenery outside the window even if you don't open it.

In comparison, the carriages of the same class on those Eastern railway companies were hell.

As soon as everyone sat down, the flight attendant rolled out a dining car, served them steaming hot fresh food and thoughtfully prepared clean and hygienic tableware.

The food on the train is very generous.

Dutch-style sea bass, truffle-wrapped chicken, Breton sauce broad bean purée with grilled lamb chops, gratin, oyster stew, cabbage soup, hot coffee, Burgundy red wine.

These dishes and fine wines were brought to the table one by one, almost filling the already small dining table.

In addition to these, Liang Yao even prepared a box of cigarettes that had just been released by the cigarette factory and a box of matches for everyone.

"I had a God-like feeling."

As soon as the shipbuilding expert Jeremiah sat down, he couldn't wait to tear off the thigh meat of the truffle-wrapped chicken with his hands and put it into his mouth.

Although the conductor on Liang Yao's train prepared tableware for him, he still preferred to use his hands for such hard dishes.

"Jeremiah! Please behave like a gentleman! We are decent people after all. Oh, my God, you look so ugly!"

While scolding Jeremiah, Theodore grabbed a piece of grilled lamb chop, dipped it in some mashed potatoes, and ate it.

"Your eating habits are not much better!"

Jeremiah raised his head, wiped his greasy mouth, and rolled his eyes at Theodore.

Vanderbilt did not touch these rich delicacies, not because he was not hungry, but because he liked to smoke a few puffs of cigarette before the meal.

This is his unshakable habit before and after meals because he believes that smoking helps digestion. Although his personal doctor has told him that this view is very ridiculous, he still firmly believes in it.

"What a meticulous service, your railroad company is a good example for me to learn from." Vanderbilt said in a very sincere tone.

He is a person who is good at learning from the strengths of others. Even if his competitors and people he hates have something worth learning, he is willing to put down his dignity and learn.

"I feel honored to be your role model," Liang Yao said.

He also had plans to enter the Eastern Railway Transportation Company. Vanderbilt was undoubtedly a good partner and, of course, the most threatening competitor.

Vanderbilt's son William was also liberated from the farm this time and followed Vanderbilt to California to broaden his horizons.

Like his father, William was a heavy smoker.

William's impression in Vanderbilt's mind was only slightly better than that of Coney. Unlike Coney, William did not completely mess up like Coney, but tried to prove himself to his father. As the eldest son of the Vanderbilt family, He has the ability to shoulder the burden of the Vanderbilt family.

He took good care of the farm that Vanderbilt gave him, but Vanderbilt did not praise him and his attitude towards him was as bad as ever.

This made William very disappointed and frustrated.

All he needs is a word of encouragement and comfort from his father.

And my father treated these words of praise and affirmation as stingily as he treated the dollars in his wallet. It was difficult for these words to come out of his mouth.

Thinking of this, William felt increasingly depressed and depressed.

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