Boxcars
Boxcars are generally used for loads which must be protected from the weather. They may be ordered with insulation, refrigeration, cushioning, bulkheads or damage free devices for protection against shifting, damage or temperature extremes during transit.
50 Foot Plain Boxcar
Commodities: Paper, Lumber, Packaged Goods, Beverages
| Feature | Attribute |
| Wood or Steel Floors | Nail blocking and bracing to the floor for a damage-free, secure shipment |
| Versatile Loading Capabilities | Load the car the way your product requires (i.e. pallets, slip sheets, boxes, kegs) |
| Sliding or plug, single or double doors | Designed multiple ways for a variety of loading options |
| Underframe | Available in rigid or cushioned design to protect the load |
| Outside Length of Car | Range from 55 to 60 feet |
| Cubic Capacity | Range from 4,950 to 7,300 cubic feet |
| Gross Weight on Rail | Range from 263,000 to 286,000 lbs. |
| Load Limit | Range from 146,000 to 215,500 lbs. |
60 Foot Plain Boxcar
Commodities: Paper, Lumber, Packaged Goods, Coil Products, Beverages
| Feature | Attribute |
| Wood or Steel Floors | Nail blocking and bracing to the floor for a damage-free, secure shipment |
| Versatile Loading Capabilities | Load the car the way your product requires (i.e. pallets, slip sheets, boxes, kegs) |
| Lading Anchor System | Used to secure product for a damage free and secure transit |
| Sliding or plug, single or double doors | Designed multiple ways for a variety of loading options |
| Underframe | Available in rigid or cushioned design to protect the load |
| Outside Length of Car | Range from 66 to 69 feet |
| Cubic Capacity | Range from 5,830 to 7,633 cubic feet |
| Gross Weight on Rail | Range from 263,000 to 286,000 lbs. |
| Load Limit | Range from 165,000 to 206,500 lbs. |
Insulated Boxcar
Commodities: Packaged Goods, Canned Goods, Beverages
| Feature | Attribute |
| Insulated Walls | Protects product from extreme weather conditions |
| Wood or Steel Floors | Nail blocking and bracing to the floor for a damage-free, secure shipment |
| Versatile Loading Capabilities | Load the car the way your product requires (i.e. pallets, slip sheets, boxes, kegs) |
| Lading Anchor System | Used to secure product for a damage free and secure transit |
| Sliding or plug, single or double doors | Designed multiple ways for a variety of loading options |
| Underframe | Available in rigid or cushioned design to protect the load |
| Outside Length of Car | Range from 57 to 71 feet |
| Cubic Capacity | Range from 4,700 to 6,560 cubic feet |
| Gross Weight on Rail | Range from 263,000 to 286,000 lbs. |
| Load Limit | Range from 133,400 to 200,000 lbs. |
Boxcar Table
| Car Types | Product Type | Managerial Car Kind | Min Inside Length | Min Inside Height | Min Inside Width | Min Door Width | Min Load Capacity |
| 50 Foot/70 Ton | B50VAL70 | BOXPL050 | 50' | 9.09' | 9.00' | 10' | 140,000 lbs. |
| 50 Foot/75 Ton | B50STD75 | BOXPL050 | 50' | 10.11' | 9.06' | 10' | 150,000 lbs. |
| 52 Foot/75 Ton | B52STD75 | BOXPL050 | 52' | 10.11' | 9.06' | 16' | 150,000 lbs. |
| 50 Foot High Cube/90 Ton | B50HC90 | BOXPL050 | 50' | 12.06' | 9.06' | 16' | 180,000 lbs. |
| 50 Foot High Cube/100 Ton | B50HQ100 | BOXPL050 | 50' | 13.00' | 9.06' | 10' | 200,000 lbs. |
| 60 Foot/70 Ton | B60VAL70 | BOXPL060 | 60' | 9.09' | 9.00' | 10' | 140,000 lbs. |
| 60 Foot/90 Ton | B60STD90 | BOXPL060 | 60' | 10.11' | 9.06' | 10' | 180,000 lbs. |
| 60 Foot High Cube/100 Ton | B60HQ100 | BOXPL060 | 60' | 13.00' | 9.06' | 16' | 200,000 lbs. |
Loading and Unloading
Contact our Shipment Quality Engineers for planning assistance with loading or unloading.