Greenbrier’s covered hopper built to transport carbon black is available in two sizes: 4,575 and 4,850 cubic foot capacity. Both have a 286,000-pound gross rail load and feature butterfly outlets with sanitary shields and gates on 12′ centers.
Dimensions
| Length, Inside | 46′-10.125″ |
| Length, Over Couplers | 51′-7.5″ |
| Height, Inside | 15′-1″ |
| Height, Extreme | 15′-5.75″ |
| Width, Extreme | 10′-7.625″ |
| Clearance | AAR Plate C |
| Outlets | (3) 5001D gravity butterfly with sanitary shield |
| Hatch Covers | (22) 16″ dia. |
Weight/Capacity
| Light Weight | 58,200 lbs |
| Load Limit | 227,800 lbs |
| Gross Rail Load | 286,000 lbs |
| Capacity | 4,575 cu. ft. |
Curve Negotiability Radius
| Uncoupled | 150′ |
| Coupled to Base Car | 180′ |
| Coupled to Like Car | 182′ |
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