US-based railroad operator Union Pacific has unveiled the AutoFlex railcar, built and designed at the company’s De Soto plant.
The 90ft-long multi-level railcar can be converted from two to three decks based on the requirement of vehicle transportation.
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The railcars can be converted to two decks for larger vehicles, while smaller vehicles can be transported on three decks.
The railcar comes with a durable door edge system, improved tie-down chock systems and upgraded in-transit damage protection.
Union Pacific expects to manufacture 100 cars in 2011 and more than 200 cars in 2012.
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