Covered hopper railcars offer a versatile and flexible transportation option for a wide range of goods, from bulk materials to finished products. Designed to move a moisture or weather sensitive product, covered hoppers are equipped with top hatches to efficiently seal the commodity to maximize moisture resistance. Bottom discharge outlet gets allow for controlled unloading into a pit, onto a conveyor, or through a hose/pipe as needed. Choose from a wide range of top hatch cover and bottom unloading configurations ideal for your needs.
Common Commodities shipped in covered hoppers include cement, sand, fly ash, salt, grain, wheat, corn, sugar, plastic pellets, various dry bulk and food products and more…