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5,791 Cubic Foot Covered Hopper

ABOUT THIS RAILCAR

TrinityRail® is a leading supplier of covered hoppers including a 5,791 cubic foot covered hopper for the efficient shipment of specialized, light-density agricultural products.

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SPECIFICATIONS (APPROXIMATE)

Length Over Coupler Pulling Faces

63′-8.5″

Length Over Strikers

61′-1″

Length Between Truck Centers

49′-5″

Extreme Height

15′-6″

Extreme Width

10′-8″

Estimated Lightweight

66,300 lbs.

Estimated Load Limit Based on 286,000 Gross Rail Load

219,700 lbs.

Gross Rail Load

286,000 lbs.

Hatch Opening

30″ x 52′-10″

Discharge Opening

42″ x 42′ (4)

Cubic Capacity

5,791 cu.ft.

FEATURES

Round Side Construction

Promotes better loading and unloading efficiency. Allows for maximum use of available cubic capacity.

Through Center Sill

Provides greater structural integrity, lower weight, and enhanced operation of outlet gates.

High Side Sill

Enables easier access to outlet gates and vibrator brackets.

Round Roof

Improves structural integrity. Helps shed water and snow.

Steel Underframe

Provides strength and durability.

Hopper Slopes

Steep outside slopes and valley angles enhance product flow and promote full cleanout of car.

Flexible Hatch Configuration

The shipper can choose from different hatch options to match their specific needs. The width and length of the trough are configured to maximize loading efficiency.

Interior Lining

Round side and smooth interior allow for ease of lining and enhanced coating performance, if required.

Vibrator Brackets

Pad and bracket construction protect the car from fatigue damage, minimizing maintenance.

Bolt-Up Gates

The bolt-up design provides a sturdy mounting configuration and allows for easy replacement as commodity needs dictate.

TRUST THE LEADER

IN RAILCAR LEASING

Our owned and managed fleet of more than 140,000 railcars is one of the largest and fastest growing in North America. Coupling our lease fleet with our comprehensive portfolio of railcar products and services positions us to provide tailored rail transportation solutions across nearly every industry.

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IMPROVE SUPPLY CHAIN EFFECTIVENESS WITH
RSI LOGISTICS

From shipment tracking to status monitoring, yard management, and transloading, TrinityRail delivers the suite of logistics solutions that modern rail shippers need. This includes Trinsight®, our shipment and yard management platform, and the team and technology of RSI Logistics, a TrinityRail company.

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The most effective fleets stay productive when they’re properly maintained. TrinityRail offers diverse services and strategic shop locations as well as mobile repair capabilities to keep your cars in service.

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As one of North America’s leading railcar parts suppliers, our expertise drives the industry forward. With a deep parts inventory and our network of partners, we deliver the right part when you need it most.

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