The US President once traveled in a 120-tonne armored railcar named Ferdinand Magellan.
In short: Discover the history of the Ferdinand Magellan, a heavily fortified train carriage once used to transport the President of the United States. This video explores the design and eventual retirement of this unique piece of presidential transport.
The Ferdinand Magellan, also known as US Car Number 1, was engineered as a secure and stylish mode of travel for the American president. Weighing 120 tonnes, the carriage featured bulletproof armor to ensure safety during transit across the country.
The railcar eventually fell out of use as newer, more efficient forms of transportation became available. Today, the historic vehicle is preserved at the Gold Coast Railway Museum in Miami.
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