Flat wagon
Snps | VTG type F42.196D
- This wagon for the transportation of lumber and pipes can be used on a pan-European basis and is notable for its ease of handling.
- The wagon has 9 pairs of rungs with integrated load-securing systems comprising a steel cable and chain.
- If necessary the wagon can also be equipped with end walls.
- The wagon is thus easy to load and secure.
- The wagon has 25 t axle-loading max. 75 t cargo weight and 112 m³ loading volume and thus fulfils the most up-to-date market requirements.
Technical details
| Tare weight | Approx. 24 t without front wall Approx. 25 t with front wall |
| Axle load | 22.5 t |
| Clearance: Outer wheelsets | 17,600 mm |
| Min. curve radius | 75 m |
| Brake | KE-GP-A 16“ |
| Brake block category | LL brake block |
| Drawgear & static tractive force | Split, 850 kN |
| Load area | Approx. 53.5 m² |
| Loading length | Approx. 19,600 mm |
| Loading width | Approx. 2,730 mm |
| Floor type | Sheet metal, 3 mm |
| Loading height above top of rail, unloaded | 1,200 mm |
| Lashing lugs | 20 |
| Stanchions | 9 pairs of built-in tie-down fastenings made of steel cables with chains at the end |
| Load restraints | 19 |
| Front wall | 0 or 2 |
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