endurance 325 friction draft gear - amsted rail

A world apart in reliability

• Lightweight, high-performance gear • AAR M901E unconditionally approved• Offers 3-1/4” of travel in both the buff and draft direction• Delivers 80 lb. weight savings over comparable 901E gears• Fits a standard 24-5/8” draft gear pocket • Utilizes the AAR Standard Yoke and Follower• Optimized housing design for longer life (lower stresses)

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Endurance 325™ Friction Draft GearProtection, performance and durability in one lightweight package

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Endurance 325 Typical Drop Hammer Performance Graph

FEATURESOfficial rating travel - inches = 2.53Official capacity - foot pounds = 47,600Reaction force at rating travel - lbs. = 503,000Maximum travel - inches = 3.24Capacity at maximum travel - foot pounds = 72,300Weight - lbs. = 275

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A world apart in reliability

Amsted Rail, the global leader in fully integrated freight car systems for the heavy haul rail market.

Amsted Rail has been an industry leader in freight railroading for more than 100 years. Our experience, dedication and efficiency in servicing today’s demanding heavy haul operations is unequaled as we keep railcars rolling in some of the world’s toughest railroad environments.

To learn more, visit www.amstedrail.com.

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Endurance 325 Design Configurations

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