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.

Boxcar

50 Foot Plain Boxcar

Commodities: Paper, Lumber, Packaged Goods, Beverages

FeatureAttribute
Wood or Steel FloorsNail blocking and bracing to the floor for a damage-free, secure shipment
Versatile Loading CapabilitiesLoad the car the way your product requires (i.e. pallets, slip sheets, boxes, kegs)
Sliding or plug, single or double doorsDesigned multiple ways for a variety of loading options
UnderframeAvailable in rigid or cushioned design to protect the load
Outside Length of CarRange from 55 to 60 feet
Cubic CapacityRange from 4,950 to 7,300 cubic feet
Gross Weight on RailRange from 263,000 to 286,000 lbs.
Load LimitRange from 146,000 to 215,500 lbs.

60 Foot Plain Boxcar

Commodities: Paper, Lumber, Packaged Goods, Coil Products, Beverages

FeatureAttribute
Wood or Steel FloorsNail blocking and bracing to the floor for a damage-free, secure shipment
Versatile Loading CapabilitiesLoad the car the way your product requires (i.e. pallets, slip sheets, boxes, kegs)
Lading Anchor SystemUsed to secure product for a damage free and secure transit
Sliding or plug, single or double doorsDesigned multiple ways for a variety of loading options
UnderframeAvailable in rigid or cushioned design to protect the load
Outside Length of CarRange from 66 to 69 feet
Cubic CapacityRange from 5,830 to 7,633 cubic feet
Gross Weight on RailRange from 263,000 to 286,000 lbs.
Load LimitRange from 165,000 to 206,500 lbs.

Insulated Boxcar

Commodities: Packaged Goods, Canned Goods, Beverages

FeatureAttribute
Insulated WallsProtects product from extreme weather conditions
Wood or Steel FloorsNail blocking and bracing to the floor for a damage-free, secure shipment
Versatile Loading CapabilitiesLoad the car the way your product requires (i.e. pallets, slip sheets, boxes, kegs)
Lading Anchor SystemUsed to secure product for a damage free and secure transit
Sliding or plug, single or double doorsDesigned multiple ways for a variety of loading options
UnderframeAvailable in rigid or cushioned design to protect the load
Outside Length of CarRange from 57 to 71 feet
Cubic CapacityRange from 4,700 to 6,560 cubic feet
Gross Weight on RailRange from 263,000 to 286,000 lbs.
Load LimitRange from 133,400 to 200,000 lbs.

Boxcar Table

Car TypesProduct TypeManagerial Car KindMin Inside LengthMin Inside HeightMin Inside WidthMin Door WidthMin Load Capacity
50 Foot/70 TonB50VAL70BOXPL05050'9.09'9.00'10'140,000 lbs.
50 Foot/75 TonB50STD75BOXPL05050'10.11'9.06'10'150,000 lbs.
52 Foot/75 TonB52STD75BOXPL05052'10.11'9.06'16'150,000 lbs.
50 Foot High Cube/90 TonB50HC90BOXPL05050'12.06'9.06'16'180,000 lbs.
50 Foot High Cube/100 TonB50HQ100BOXPL05050'13.00'9.06'10'200,000 lbs.
60 Foot/70 TonB60VAL70BOXPL06060'9.09'9.00'10'140,000 lbs.
60 Foot/90 TonB60STD90BOXPL06060'10.11'9.06'10'180,000 lbs.
60 Foot High Cube/100 TonB60HQ100BOXPL06060'13.00'9.06'16'200,000 lbs.

Loading and Unloading

Contact our Shipment Quality Engineers for planning assistance with loading or unloading.