Railway Wheel Capacity
Standard railway wheel assemblies made of steel and ductile alloys weigh between 235 and 480 pounds. The lighter components have an average load capacity of 10,000 pounds, while the heavier components have an average load capacity of 40,000 pounds. The weight of the assembly depends on the type of wheel used.
Drive wheels are typically 40 to 60 inches (1,016 to 1,524 mm) in diameter; 60 to 70 inches (1,524 to 1,778 mm) for dual-purpose locomotives, and 70 to 100 inches (1,778 to 2,540 mm) for passenger locomotives about.
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