Re: Load heights

[David Johnson <trainman@ozemail.com.au>]

Ben O'Regan wrote:

> Dear all,
>
> Does anyone know the maximum height allowable for rail transport in
> Aus?

This is for NSW:

Depends.  The absolute maximum (excluding double stacking) is 4270mm above rail
height, but that is to a maximum width of 900mm.  The maximum container height
(2500mm wide) is 3916mm for all lines, and 4030mm for specified lines.

> Obviously with double-stacking west of Parkes, etc its higher than say
> any of the suburban networks, but how much difference does it make?

Double stacked containers can go to 5850mm above rail height, compared to 3916mm
for all lines.

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David Johnson
CityRail Guard
trainman@ozemail.com.au
http://www.ozemail.com.au/~trainman/