Railcar Types
Covered Hoppers
Covered hoppers are used for dry, granular products that flow easily, such as grain, sugar, sand and salt.
Auto Racks
Auto racks are used to ship cars and trucks.
Flatcars
Flatcars are used for lumber, steel and pipe as well as oversized loads, such as military vehicles and specialized equipment.
Tank Cars
Tank cars are used to transport chemicals, petroleum fuels, lubricants and other liquefied products.
Gondola Cars
Gondola cars transport coal, coke, scrap metal and iron ore aggregates.
Boxcars
Boxcars are used for paper and forest products, consumer products, beverages (beer & wine), food products and metal ingots.