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Emmert International Adds To A 20-Axle Schnabel Rail Car To Its Rail Fleet
March 2004 - Early in 2004, Emmert International added to our rail fleet with the purchase of the BBCX-1000, a 20-axle Schnabel rail car. This car first put into service in September of 1972 was overhauled in 2002. The original loading platform was replaced in 2000 with a longer platform, which is 47' 6" with a load capacity of 410 tons.
| Load Limit |
1,000,000 lbs. |
| Load Limit with 47' 6" platform |
820,000 lbs. |
| Number of axles (33" wheels) |
20 |
| Empty Car Length |
115' 10" |
| Maximum Loaded Length |
161' |
| Maximum Vertical Load Shifting ability |
14" |
| Maximum Horizontal Load Shifting ability (either side of car center line) |
23" |
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About Emmert International
Headquartered in Clackamas, Oregon, near Portland, Emmert International is a
leader in the heavy haul and rigging industry. Founded by Terry Emmert in 1964, Emmert has over 40 years providing hauling and rigging
services to customers worldwide.
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