Standard
Wheel Load Equalization of Passenger Railroad Rolling Stock
Abstract
This Standard contains minimum requirements for wheel load equalization for non-articulated railroad passenger equipment of all types employing two axle trucks.
Document History
| Document Number | Version | Publication Date | Publication | Related Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APTA PR-M-S-014-06 | Rev. 1 | 06/01/2017 | Current | Proposed for CFR Citation |
Keywords
equalization, suspension, wheel load equalization, wheel unloading
Summary
This standard establishes static wheel load equalization requirements to provide passenger equipment with the wheel unloading characteristics necessary to reduce the risk of low-speed wheel climb derailments. The Standard includes requirements for testing to verify compliance with the standard.
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