Tank Cars

Tank cars are the most technically sophisticated and highly regulated segment of the Freight Car industry. Tank cars transport all types of liquid and semi-liquid products including many hazardous commodities. Non-pressurized tank cars typically carry non-hazardous commodities such as vegetable oil, corn syrup, ethylene glycol, sulfur, petroleum products and industrial products. Pressurized tank cars are designed for compressed liquefied commodities like propane, ammonia, chlorine and carbon dioxide. The DOT imposes strict requirements for tank car inspections and certifications with new cars designed for a one million-mile fatigue life.

New Car Features, Jumbo tank car for corn syrup service:
19,636 gallon capacity
43' 1' length, 286,000 lbs. capacity
Estimated lightweight 65,000 lbs.
Extreme height 15' 6'' extreme width 10' 7"
4" fiberglass insulation
Exterior heater coils
Useful life of 40-50 years