Greenbrier leads the industry with innovative gondola designs that surpass regulations and set new standards for railcar durability and lifecycle, offering a diverse array to meet various transportation needs. Our product line includes Aggregate, Coil, Mill and Woodchip Gondolas, each engineered to transport specific types of freight. We exceed American Association of Railroads (AAR) requirements by incorporating thicker floors, ensuring a more durable and longer-lasting railcar.
We offer sides and floors in standard (50KSI), High-Strength (100KSI) and Ultra-High-Strength (175KSI) steels, providing a range of options to suit different operational demands. Our double web side posts provide greater strength than standard single web designs and are available in both standard (50KSI) and High-Strength (100KSI) steels, offering additional customization options for our clients. Additionally, our Ultra-High-Strength Steel™ gondolas feature a unique, sloped corner and tub design for easier unloading and enhanced operational efficiency.
Safety is paramount in our design philosophy. We strategically position safety appliance attachments to reduce catch points and limit potential damage, ensuring the safety of operators and cargo. Our purposeful stringer connections reduce cross-bearer web forces and we connect the cross-bearer bottom cover to the center sill with tie plates, resulting in a stronger, more resilient connection.
Gondola Railcars You Can Rely On
Aggregate Gondola
Aggregate Gondola is built for high-density commodities, providing durability and strength.
Coil Gondola
Coil Gondola secures and prevents coil damage, with an optional custom-fit, reliable cover to protect steel until it reaches its destination.
Mill Gondola
Mill Gondola is rugged and durable, ideal for transporting scrap steel, iron or steel plate and structural steel.
Woodchip Gondola
Woodchip Gondola features high capacity and double-end doors, designed to haul wood chips, cottonseed and other low-density products. This variety ensures that no matter the cargo, Greenbrier has a gondola solution tailored to optimize performance and reliability.
Greenbrier’s gondolas exemplify advanced engineering and thoughtful design. With superior materials, innovative features and enhanced safety measures, our gondolas set the benchmark for durability and performance in the rail industry.
Discover how Greenbrier’s gondolas can elevate your rail operations.