Covered Transverse Trough
Commodities: Variety of Large and Small Rolled Steel Coils
| Feature | Attribute |
|---|---|
| 10 Wood-Lined Troughs | When the total lateral vacant space across a trough exceeds 4 in., load must be secured to prevent moving or tipping. An example of tested and approved void filler materials is 3 ft × 3 ft × 3 in. thick 1/2 in. cell honeycomb fiberboard material or 2 in. × 4 in. wood chocks secured to troughs adjacent to coils with 16-D nails. |
| Low Side Profile | Easy loading/unloading with all equipment handling (i.e. Coil Grab, C hook, Forklift, Sling) |
| Water Tight Gasket | Rubber seal around the base of the cover keeps out water and debris |
| Cushioning Device | End-of-car cushioning helps ensure a damage-free ride |
| Trough Capacity |
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| Weight of Cover 2 Covers; 26 ft. Long | Each lid weighs approximately 2,400 lbs. |
| Approximate Load Factor | Range from 192,300 to 221,100 lbs. |
| Overhead Crane Height | 15' 1" EX/H/TR and may need an additional 7 ft. of clearance to remove/replace the covers |
Open Coil
Commodities: Hot or Cold Rolled Steel Coils
| Feature | Attribute |
|---|---|
| Special Trough Design | Prevents coils from rolling |
| Low Side Profile | Easy loading/unloading with all equipment handling (i.e. Coil Grab, C hook, Forklift, Sling) |
| Steel Floor | Allows to load hot coils |
| Inside Car Length | Range from 40 to 53 ft. |
| Outside Extreme Height | Range from 7 to 8 ft. |
| Approximate Load Factor | Range from 176,000 to 186,000 lbs. |
| Total Weight on Rail | 263,000 lbs. |
Loading and Unloading
Contact our Shipment Quality Engineers for planning assistance with loading or unloading.