This guide has been designed to help players get the most out of the LIRR Commuter: New York - Long Beach, Hemstead & Hicksville Route Add-On. Below you will find information about the content available for this route, including links to community videos. Each of our video links demonstrate what a successful run may look like and can be used to help players having difficulty with a particular scenario.
Route Features
- A 57-mile network across the Western end of the Long Island Rail Road
- Representative of the 2021 route and timetable
- Power Type: 750 V DC Third Rail
- Operator: Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)
- Safety Systems: ACSES, ATC
- 39 stations
- 1900+ Signals
Manual
Locomotives
- NYLI M7 LIRR
- NYLI M9 LIRR
Training
- LIRR Commuter: New York - Long Beach, Hemstead & Hicksville Route Introduction
- ATCS and ACSES Introduction
- M7 LIRR Introduction (Training Center)
- M9 LIRR Introduction (Training Center)
Rail Journeys
New York, New York Chapters:
- M and M
- M People
- Harder Than You Think
- M9 Craft
- Manic M9er
- Flex in the City
- Real Brick
Scenarios
Route Map
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the startup procedure for the M7 and M9 EMU?
- Set the Mastery Key to On.
- Move the Reverser to Neutral.
- Move the Master Controller to Max Brake.
- Allow for the brakes to charge to at least 90 psi.
- Move the Reverser to Forward.
- Apply power by moving the Master Controller into the power range.
How do I recover from an emergency brake in the M7 and M9 EMU?
- Wait for the train to come to a complete stop.
- Acknowledge any alarms with Q Key/Circle/B button.
- Reset any emergency handles.
- Move the Master Controller to Max Brake.
- Allow for the brakes to charge to at least 90 psi.
- Move the Reverser to Forward.
- Apply power by moving the Master Controller into the power range.
What do I need to do when the alerter goes off?
The action you need to take when the alerter goes off will change depending on the situation. However, in short, you need to adjust your speed appropriately and acknowledge the alerter. For more information, please refer to page 16 of the manual.
How do I stop the alerter going off while I'm stationary?
Put the Master Controller into Max Brake.
How do I know where to stop at a station?
Depending on the length of your train, you will need to use different stops markers to ensure that all the doors open on to the platform.
How long do I have to acknowledge the alerter before an emergency brake penalty?
Approximately 7 seconds.
Is the original Long Island Rail Road required to play this route?
No, LIRR Commuter is an entirely new experience and does not require you to own any specific add-ons.
Why is the original Long Island Rail Road Route Add-On still on sale?
The original route still provides layers for New York-Trenton, and for previous games it is the only Long Island Rail Road experience available.
Will the M7 and M9 work on other routes in Free Roam mode?
In Free Roam mode, these trains will be limited to 15 MPH on other routes due to the always on safety systems that won't be compatible with other routes.
Is it normal to see more than one train in the same block?
Yes, if you are following the in-cab signalling systems correctly, you will be warned to slow down and pull up a safe distance behind the train in front.
Can I disable the safety systems on this route?
No, at the request of the licensor, safety systems are always on by default.
What do I need to see Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT trains at Sunnyside Yard as static AI?
You will see these trains as static AI if you have the Northeast Corridor: New York – Trenton Route Add-On installed (Experience on 8th gen consoles may vary).
What do I need to see the Amtrak Acela at Sunnyside Yard as static AI?
You will see this train as static AI if you have the Amtrak Acela Loco Add-On installed (Experience on 8th gen consoles may vary).
Why won't the doors close?
Before you can operate the doors, you will need to put the Master Controller in a braking position to ensure that the train doesn't roll away.
Video Guides
- LIRR Commuter First Look
- LIRR Commuter Preview
- How To Ride As A Passenger On LIRR - trainsimulatordriver
ATCS & ACSES
- Official Safety Systems Tutorial
- Driving with ATC and ACSES Safety Systems - trainsimulatordriver
- ATCS & ACSES Tutorial - Jimmy Dali
- ATCS & ACSES Introduction (Deutsch) - Felix der Weise
LIRR M3 EMU
LIRR M7 EMU
-
Setting Up And Driving the M7 - trainsimulatordriver
- How to set up the M7 EMU - NealTV8
- M7 LIRR Introduction (Deutsch) - Felix der Weise
LIRR M9 EMU
-
Setting Up And Driving the M9 - trainsimulatordriver
- How to set up the M9 EMU - TinTin_57
- M9 LIRR Introduction (Deutsch) - Felix der Weise
Loyalty Discounts
Steam
There is also a 10% loyalty discount for Steam players who own the original Long Island Rail Road route Add-on for Train Sim World on the same account, which will end on the 14th May 2024. The pre-order discount has now expired.
Xbox
Xbox Game Pass players can also take advantage of 10% off Train Sim World 4 Add-ons. This is activated on release and can take up to 24 hours to be live.
Compatible Add-ons
Compatible add-ons can expand the amount of content available on a route in various ways, such as liveries, scenarios, training modules and timetable layers.
LIRR M3 EMU Add-On
- LIRR M3 EMU
- Timetable Services
- M3 Introduction (Training Center)
- Scenarios
Timetable Layers
Timetable Layers will allow you to drive locomotives from other routes/add-ons in timetable mode. They may require you to own the complete set of compatible add-ons before layers are activated. The exception being where an add-on states it has timetable support for this route in the product description. The following information is confirmed for 9th generation consoles and PC, but there may be some small variances for players on 8th generation consoles.
Compatible add-ons for layers only:
- LIRR Commuter (LIC)
- LIRR M3 EMU Add-On
| Route | Timetable | Locomotive | Requirements |
| LIRR Commuter: New York - Long Beach, Hemstead & Hicksville Route Add-On | Original | M3 LIRR |
LIC, LIRR M3 |
M7 LIRR |
LIC | ||
M9 LIRR |
LIC |