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
| Feature | Attribute |
| Extremely Sturdy Open Design | Allows for rugged unfinished commodities |
| Large flat interior design with side walls | More flexible than a flat car |
| Length of Car | 52 ft. |
| Width of Car | 9' 6" |
| Height of Car | Range from 4' 6" to 5' 6" |
| Gross Weight on Rail | Range from 263,000 to 286,000 lbs. |
| Load Limit | Range from 158,000 to 267,000 lbs. |
65 Foot Gondola
Commodities: Scrap Metal, Steel
| Feature | Attribute |
| Extremely Sturdy Open Design | Allows for rugged unfinished commodities |
| Large flat interior design with side walls | More flexible than a flat car |
| Length of Car | 65 ft. |
| Width of Car | Range from 8 to 10 ft. |
| Height of Car | Range from 5 to 6 ft. |
| Gross Weight on Rail | Range from 263,000 to 286,000 lbs. |
| Load Limit | Range from 176,000 to 214,000 lbs. |
A-Gons
Commodities: Aggregates
| Feature | Attribute |
| Extremely Sturdy Open Design | Used for aggregates only |
| Large "V" shape interior design | Designed for car top unloading |
| Length of Car | Range 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 Rail | 286,000 lbs. |
| Load Limit | Range from 229,000 to 244,000 lbs. |
Loading and Unloading
Contact our Shipment Quality Engineers for planning assistance with loading or unloading.