OCTOBER 1966

Look What’s Happening to Freight Cars!

Rail transport in the US was thriving in the mid ’60s and, along with that, the design and capabilities of freight cars were ever-improving. This article featured numerous rail trucks, detailing their load capacities and innovative designs, one of which – the unique ‘Schnabel’ car – was built to transport

250 US-ton transformers. Others had built-in crane facilities.