Check out the centerbeam at the 16:43 mark of the Jaw Tooth video. The platform drops between the wheels to increase the quantity of the load. It is the first time I have seen this style.
New Style of Centerbeam Flat Car
New Style of Centerbeam Flat Car
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Re: New Style of Centerbeam Flat Car
Looks just like the style of a low boy semi trailer used to haul heavy equipment. Wonder if it will frequently get stuck at grade crossing like they do?
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Re: New Style of Centerbeam Flat Car
It's AOK 21980. It looks like AOK has a number of them. Last loaded in PQ Quebec and unloaded in Big Bend FL. Appears to be headed back to Quebec. I
http://rrpicturearchives.net/showPictur ... id=5684955
http://rrpicturearchives.net/showPictur ... id=5684955
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Re: New Style of Centerbeam Flat Car
AARR, you need to get track-side more often, these type cars have been riding the rails for 20 years.
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