APTA PR-M-S-014-06
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.
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.
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 |
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