This 4,751 cu. ft. covered hopper is a modification to an existing 3,250 cu. ft. covered hopper. It has been designed and built in accordance with drawings as specified in the AAR Specifications for Design, Fabrication and Construction of Freight Cars, M-1001. An optional trough (24” x 43’-8”) is available.
Greenbrier’s Sustainable Conversion™ covered hoppers are useful for railcar owners looking to maximize their fleet for a different commodity service, including DDG, potash, sugar and grain.
Dimensions
| Length, Inside | 50′-9.25″ |
| Length, Over Couplers | 56′-.5″ |
| Door Opening, Width | N/A |
| Width, Inside | N/A |
| Width, Extreme | 10′-8″ |
| Height, Top of Rail to Threshold | N/A |
| Height, Inside | N/A |
| Height, Extreme | 15′-6″ |
| Clearance | AAR Plate C |
Weight/Capacity
| Light Weight | 61,900 lbs |
| Load Limit | 224,100 lbs |
| Gross Rail Load | 286,000 lbs |
| Capacity | 4,751 cu. ft. |
Curve Negotiability Radius
| Uncoupled | 150′ |
| Coupled to Base Car | 189′ |
| Coupled to Like Car | 191′ |
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