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METALS BOXCAR [1 record]

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Record 1 2007-06-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Rolling Stock (Railroads)
  • Freight Service (Rail Transport)
OBS

Built and maintained to withstand the needs of the industry, these cars can handle cargos of up to 112 tons. They are 50 feet 6 inches - 60 feet 9 inches long, and hold up to 6,657 cubic feet.

Key term(s)
  • metals box car

French

Domaine(s)
  • Matériel roulant (Chemins de fer)
  • Trafic marchandises (Transport par rail)
OBS

Conçus pour répondre aux besoins de l'ensemble de l'industrie, ces wagons peuvent transporter une charge pesant jusqu'à 112 tonnes. Ils mesurent entre 50 pieds 6 pouces et 60 pieds 9 pouces et leur volume utile peut atteindre 6 657 pieds cubes.

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