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LT WT [1 record]

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Record 1 2017-09-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • Loads and Weights (Transport.)
  • Freight Service (Rail Transport)
DEF

The total weight of an empty car, including the trucks and appurtenances of the car.

DEF

A marking on a freight car indicating its light weight.

OBS

light weight; tare weight; LT WT: terms and abbreviation officially approved by Canadian Pacific Ltd.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Poids et charges (Transports)
  • Trafic marchandises (Transport par rail)
DEF

Poids à vide d'un wagon, compte tenu de ses bogies et accessoires.

DEF

Inscription portée sur un wagon pour indiquer sa tare.

OBS

tare; LT WT : terme et abréviation uniformisés par Canadien Pacifique Ltée.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Peso y carga (Transporte)
  • Servicio de carga (Transporte ferroviario)
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