TS Pro: Taurus Mountains Route

Pro Range

The Pro Range is aimed toward the serious train simulation enthusiast looking for a complex machine to master. Each product is designed to provide education and entertainment for users. Xbox controller and HUD interface support do not come as standard and users will need to read the accompanying documentation to fully understand the operation of this advanced simulation.## About This Content

Explore the thrills of a new territory as Turkey makes its debut in Train Simulator Classic, with AND Model’s breathtakingly scenic Taurus Mountains route!

Rich in history and importance, the Taurus Mountains were conquered by rail throughout the latter part of the 19th century and into the early 20th century, as part of a much bigger plan to link Berlin and Baghdad. Mostly single track, the line weaves itself through gorgeous terrain from end to end, and is unelectrified throughout, making for an unobstructed view of the mountain pass.

The Taurus Mountains route is as challenging as it is famous. Located in Southern Turkey, this section represents the 125km stretch between Yenice, Tarsus County and Ulukışla, Niğde District. Making its way through 1400 meters of changing elevation, passing through 37 tunnels and over 60 bridges en route, including the famous Varda Viaduct (used in the filming of Skyfall), this is an experience not to be missed.

Boasting 9 mainline stations plus a small halt, as well as bespoke railway infrastructure such as turntables, container loading stations and depots, all captured in exquisite detail, the Taurus Mountains route has everything one could need to be fully immersed in Turkish rail.

Never before seen challenges await as you take control of the realistic DE 24000 locomotive. A 1970s classic still operating today, this 2400hp diesel-electric stallion is entirely analogue in operation and requires attention to master. With it, power through the mountains on both passenger and freight duties.

Rejoice as Train Simulator Classic’s first ever Turkish route, Taurus Mountains: Ulukışla - Yenice, is available now from AND Model!## Included Scenarios

A wide selection of Standard and Free Roam scenarios are included:

• Standard:

  • 1 - Introduction to DE 24000 (Cold and Dark Start)
  • 2 - Introduction to DE 24000 (Indicators and Controls)
  • 3 - Introduction to DE 24000 (Operating)
  • 4 - Introduction to DE 24000 (ATS and Signals)
  • 5 - Introduction to the Taurus Mountains (Part 1)
  • 6 - Introduction to the Taurus Mountains (Part 2)
  • 63338 Freight Service (Yenice-Ulukisla)
  • 66003 Shunting (Ulukisla)
  • 66734 Container Shunting (Yenice)
  • 61305 Toros Express (Yenice-Ulukisla)
  • 71306 Toros Express (Ulukisla-Yenice)
  • 64742 Freight Service (Belemedik - Yenice)
  • 64813 Gypsum Transfer (Ulukisla)
  • 22002 Erciyes Express (Ulukisla-Yenice)
  • 61205 Cukurova Express (Yenice-Ulukisla)
  • 21206 Cukurova Express (Ulukisla-Yenice)
  • 64902 Container Shunting (Yenice)
  • 62001 Erciyes Express (Yenice-Ulukisla)

  • Free Roam:

  • Pozanti - Ulukisla Free Roam

  • Yenice - Ulukisla Free Roam
  • Ulukisla - Yenice Free Roam
  • Hacikiri - Ulukisla Free Roam

More scenarios are available on the Steam Workshop online and in-game. Train Simulator’s Steam Workshop scenarios are free and easy to download, adding many more hours of exciting gameplay. With scenarios being added daily, why don’t you check it out now!

Click here for Steam Workshop scenarios.## Key Features

• 125 km (78-mile) route between Ulukışla and Yenice, Turkey
• Fully signalled, single-track diesel route
• 9 mainline stations and 1 tiny short stop
• Changing elevation of 1400m
• 2 locomotive depots (Ulukışla & Yenice). The one in Yenice has openable doors
• 1 working locomotive turntable (Ulukışla)
• 2 working fuel loading pumps with animation for DE 24000 (Ulukışla & Yenice)
• 1 container loading station with crane (Yenice), 2 stacker container loading facilities (Both in Yenice) and 2 gypsum loading facilities (Ulukışla & Gümüş)
• 37 tunnels carved into the rocks, all of them individually modelled and placed
• More than 60 bridges of various lengths, including famed Varda Bridge
• CTC (Centralised Traffic Control) signalling system
• DE 24000 series diesel-electric locomotive
• Authentic cab controls and simulation
• Full Cold & Dark start functionality
• In-cab timetable sheets
• ATS (Automatic Train Stopping) safety system with operational in-cab panel
• Pullman Passenger Cars and Generator Car in multiple liveries
• GBS type Box Cars in multiple liveries
• SGNS type Container Flats with many different loadable containers
• In-depth 124 page manual
• Download size: 2.7GB

Please note that Taurus Mountains is a highly detailed route and you may be required to adjust your in-game settings to get the best possible experience. The use of 64-bit Train Simulator is also recommended.

Source: Steam Store Description