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CLOSED WAGONS FOR TRANSPORTATION OF COLD STEEL COILS
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This covered freight wagon is used for the transportation of steel coils placed in special cradles.
The coils are protected against environmental conditions by a tarpaulin, which can be rolled at both wagon ends. Tarpaulin cover allowing the loading/unloading of three coils at a time.
The wagon is accessible for loading/unloading from the top and from the sides by industrial cranes and lifts.
Technical data
Track gauge
1435 mm
Tare weight
19,8 t ± 3 %
Axle load
22,5 t (25 t wheelsets)
Max. loading temperature
max. 80°C
Width of credle
2400 mm
Coil width
max. 2052 – min. 352.
Speed loaded wagon
100 km/h
Speed empty wagon
120 km/h
Bogie type
Y25 Lsd (f)
Wheelsets
BA 314
Brake system
Ke-GP-A(K)-2xCFCB
Parking brake
20 percent of wagons equiped
Draw gear
RG 20-1500kN-1350kN
Buffers
A class – 40 kJ