Railcar adapter

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1990-11-23

1992-09-29

Focarino, Margaret A.

Railway rolling stock

Trucks

Axle bearing mounting

105225, 384 37, B61F 532

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051506580

ABSTRACT:
A railcar adapter for the side frame pedestal of the truck assembly for a railcar. The adapter creates a clearance with the inboard and outboard lugs of the pedestal side frame to permit lateral movement of the adapter relative to the side frame. Plugs of a solid lubricant are provided on the crown of the adapter to facilitate movement.

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