Gondolas

Designed to ship heavy bulk commodities that includes scrap metal, aggregates, logs, lumber, scrap steel, etc.

52 Foot Gondola

Commodities: Scrap Metal, Aggregates, Steel, Sand, Copper, Iron Ore

FeatureAttribute
Extremely Sturdy Open DesignAllows for rugged unfinished commodities
Large flat interior design with side wallsMore flexible than a flat car
Length of Car52 ft.
Width of Car9' 6"
Height of CarRange from 4' 6" to 5' 6"
Gross Weight on RailRange from 263,000 to 286,000 lbs.
Load LimitRange from 158,000 to 267,000 lbs.

65 Foot Gondola

Commodities: Scrap Metal, Steel

FeatureAttribute
Extremely Sturdy Open DesignAllows for rugged unfinished commodities
Large flat interior design with side wallsMore flexible than a flat car
Length of Car65 ft.
Width of Car Range from 8 to 10 ft.
Height of Car Range from 5 to 6 ft.
Gross Weight on RailRange from 263,000 to 286,000 lbs.
Load LimitRange from 176,000 to 214,000 lbs.

A-Gons

Commodities: Aggregates

FeatureAttribute
Extremely Sturdy Open DesignUsed for aggregates only
Large "V" shape interior designDesigned for car top unloading
Length of CarRange from 36 to 47 ft.
Width of Car Range from 8 to 10 ft.
Height of Car Range from 7 to 8 ft.
Gross Weight on Rail286,000 lbs.
Load LimitRange from 229,000 to 244,000 lbs.

Loading and Unloading

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