Rail-Road Intermodal Piggyback Car Carrier
The Rail-Road Intermodal Piggyback Car Carrier is an advanced, dual-mode commercial automobile transport semi-trailer engineered specifically for seamless intermodal logistics integration across combined highway and railway (piggyback) freight corridors. Built with a reinforced structural spine, specialized rail-car pocket anchoring interfaces, collapsible kingpin setups, and low-profile clearance geometry, it is structurally certified to be loaded directly onto pocket rail flatcars (TOFC - Trailer on Flat Car) without cargo unloading. Fabricated using T700 high-tensile structural steel and automated submerged-arc welding, it delivers supreme torsional frame durability, rail-impact shock resistance, and maximum multi-modal supply chain efficiency. Fully certified under ISO9001, CCC, CE, DOT, AAR (Association of American Railroads), and SGS standards.
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Product Details
Technical Specifications Matrix
| Specification Category | Parameter Details |
| Product Name | Rail-Road Intermodal Piggyback Car Carrier / TOFC Multi-Tier Auto Transporter |
| Condition | 100% Brand New |
| Rated Payload Capacity | 28 – 38 Tons (Rail-Road Intermodal & Long-Distance Freight Corridor Optimized) |
| Overall Dimensions (L×W×H) | 13,800–14,300 × 2,550 × 3,950–3,980 mm (Rail-Profile Clearance Compliant) |
| Primary Material | T700 High-Tensile Structural Steel (Yield Strength ≥ 700 MPa) |
| Intermodal Features | Reinforced Rail-Pocket Grapple Arms, Hitch Trestle Recesses, & AAR-Compliant Tie-Down Interfaces |
| Deck Architecture | Multi-Tier Hydraulic Elevating Platforms with Low-Profile Punch-Hole Traction Grates |
| Vehicle Capacity | 6 to 9 Passenger Sedans, SUVs, or Compact Commercial Fleet Vehicles |
| HS Code | 8716391000 |
| International Certifications | ISO9001, CCC, CE, DOT, AAR, SGS |
Key Structural & Performance Features
1. Intermodal Piggyback Architecture & High-Tensile Design
- T700 Rail-Shock Resistant Backbone: Primary longitudinal chassis frames constructed using high-yield T700 fine-grain steel plates and automated Submerged-Arc Welding (SAW), specifically engineered to withstand longitudinal coupling shocks and vertical rail vibrations during train transit.
- AAR-Compliant Pocket Grapple & Hitch Interfaces: Integrated heavy-duty reinforced side rails and kingpin hitch plate designed to interface securely with railroad spine car hitch stands and overhead railway loading cranes (TOFC systems).
- Low-Profile Clearance Profile: Optimized deck height and low-profile gooseneck architecture ensure complete clearance under strict international railway overhead electrification (catenary) and bridge clearance limits when loaded on flatcars.
- Multi-Tier Hydraulic Elevation Decks: Precision multi-stage hydraulic rams and mechanical safety locking pins support flexible, independent platform positioning to maximize vehicle stacking density during multi-modal transfers.
- Heavy-Duty Punch-Hole Traction Flooring: Stamped high-friction steel grating plates provide superior tire traction, rapid debris shedding, and continuous multi-point tie-down anchor points.
2. Rail-Road Axle, Air Suspension & Pneumatic Braking Systems
- Heavy-Duty Commercial Axles: 3 premium commercial axles (BPW, FUWA, or equivalent brands; 13T capacity per axle) calibrated for high gross vehicle weight ratings and stable highway tracking.
- Retractable / Air-Dump Suspension: Reinforced air-ride suspension with manual dump valves and automatic height leveling, allowing rapid deflation of air springs to lower the trailer center of gravity during rail transit or low-clearance highway segments.
- Tire & Rim Setup: 12 low-profile commercial radial tires paired with high-strength steel disc rims designed for heavy continuous combined highway and rail mileage.
- Advanced Pneumatic Braking System: Dual-line pneumatic braking system featuring emergency relay valves, automatic slack adjusters, and full ABS/EBS compliance for safe, responsive stopping power on public roads.
3. Operational Accessories & Intermodal Logistics Setup
- Landing Gear & Kingpin: Heavy-duty 28-Ton two-speed landing gear (JOST / FUWA) with reinforced mounting plates and standard 50# (2") or 90# (3.5") interchangeable kingpins.
- Protected Hydraulic Control Station: Weather-sealed side control cabinet housing multi-spool lift valves, pressure gauges, and manual emergency safety overrides.
- Electrical & Lighting System: 24V waterproof LED lighting system featuring multi-chamber tail lamp assemblies, side clearance markers, and high-visibility retro-reflective safety tape.
Commercial & Logistics Terms
- Warranty Policy: 3-Year warranty for the main structural chassis frame against rail-shock fatigue; 1-Year warranty for hydraulic cylinders, power units, axles, and braking components.
- Delivery Lead Time: 40 – 50 working days upon order confirmation and rail clearance layout approval.
- Packaging & Shipping: Nude packing; shipped via Ro-Ro vessel, Bulk Cargo ship, or specialized flat-rack container.
- Payment Terms: T/T (Telegraphic Transfer), L/C (Letter of Credit).
