Branch: Gases<br> Segment: Gas rail tank cars for LPG<br> Load: Butadiene, Butane, Mixture A, Mixture A0, Mixture A1, Mixture C, Isobutene, LPG, Propane

Features
Optimized for the transportation of LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) in Western Europe thanks to excellent utilization of the D grid.
Bottom valves are operated hydraulically in the gas and liquid phases.
Charging/discharging can be accelerated by fitting quick couplings.
Length over buffers = 18.0 m
Suitable for 14 m wagon weighbridge.
Technical details
Tare weight | approx. 33.3 t |
Axle load | 22.5 t |
Clearance: outer wheelsets | approx. 13,900 mm |
Min. curve radius | 35 m |
Brake | KE-GP 12" (1xBgu) |
Brake block category | K brake block |
Crash buffer | Crash buffer |
Safety equipment | • 25 t axles with max. axle load of 22.5 t • Optional anti-crash system (ACS) for an additional charge |
Tank material | Carbon steel (P460NL2) |
Nominal volume | approx. 117 m³ |
Tank code | P27BH |
Design temperature | -40°C / +50°C |