AAR Open Top Loading or Closed Car Rule Updates

As a courtesy, we are providing the following information to inform our customers about new AAR rule changes.

Implementation of Revisions

The Damage Prevention & Freight Claim Committee has recently approved a revision to the following closed car publication:

  • Closed Car Loading Guide Part 2 – Best Practices for Loading Roll Paper in Railcars; revised paragraph 6.6.8.2 (7/25)

The most recent AAR rule changes are contained in the Circulars section of the AAR website. You will be required to sign-up with the AAR to access this information.

 

For Solicitaions of Comments for Revision:
In accordance with the requirements of AAR Rule 123, comments are herein solicited and should be sent with any additional attachments to:

Manager-AAR Loading Rules and Damage Prevention
TTCI
P.O. Box 11130
55500 DOT Road
Pueblo, CO 81001
send an email

 

All comments received within 30 days from the date of the Circular Letter will be considered by the OTLR Committee prior to any action on the implementation of these changes.


Access More AAR Rules
All AAR open top loading and closed car loading standards are available online for free download.