The BethGon Aeroflo™
Lightweight. Aerodynamic. Optimum Long Haul Efficiency.
The AeroFlo™ BethGon Coalporter® is a member of the Coalporter line of lightweight, high capacity coal cars. AeroFlo™ gets its name from an aerodynamic, smooth-side design that reduces wind resistance and locomotive fuel consumption.
FreightCar America's double twin tub floor design adds up to 21 tons of capacity over conventional steel gondola cars.This design also lowers the AeroFlo's™ center of gravity for a smoother ride and a resulting reduction in wear and maintenance costs.Coal transporters find this feature particularly beneficial when their gondolas operate in long haul, high wear, unit train service.
Specifications and Dimensions |
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AeroFlo ™ Aluminum Bethgon Coalporter® |
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Length |
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Inside |
47' 9-1/8" |
Over Strikers |
50' 5-1/2" |
Over Pulling Face |
53' 1" |
Truck Centers |
40' 6" |
Width |
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Extreme |
10' 7-7/8" |
Inside |
10' 5" |
Height |
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Extreme (at corners) |
12' 10" |
Rail to Top of Chord |
12' 9" |
Weight and Capacity |
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Level |
4,700 CF |
With a 10" heap |
5,090 CF |
Gross Rail Load |
286,000 Lbs. |
Light Weight |
43,100 Lbs. |
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Load Limit |
242,900 Lbs. |
Center of Gravity |
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With a 10" heap |
87.2" |
