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Truck

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A typical two-axle truck assembly consists of a truck bolster, two sideframes, two wheelsets, four roller bearing adapters, four pedestal wear liners, springs, and any applicable brake rigging.

Trucks with 3 or more axles also exist for special applications, such as for heavy duty flat cars.

 

Originally published June 13, 2019

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