Railroading & the Automobile Industry (Guide to Industries)

Price: $21.99 - $18.20
(as of Aug 19, 2024 12:39:09 UTC – Details)

The well-researched book features a wealth of information and prototype photos that appeal to both model railroaders and train enthusiasts.The evolution of the railroad equipment used, including auto parts boxcars,double-door boxcars, experimental auto rack cars, piggyback auto trailers, two- and three-deck open auto racks, and enclosed auto racks.How auto production, parts plants, and assembly plants work.How railroads get raw materials to plants and deliver cars and trucks to distribution centers.Train operations, since auto parts and cars are among the most time sensitive traffic on railroads.

From the Publisher

Railroading & the Automobile Industry

Whether delivering raw materials to an assembly plant or transporting new cars to distribution points around the country, railroads have played a pivotal role in the development of America’s auto industry over the past 100 years.

This well-researched book features a wealth of information and prototype photos showing how railroads have handled automobile traffic (parts and finished vehicles), beginning with the steam era.

History of Rail and Auto Traffic

A historical overview from the 1920s to present.

Automobile Boxcars

Includes auto parts boxcars and double-door boxcars.

Auto Carrier Containers

Piggyback trailers, open racks, and enclosed racks.

Distribution and Reload Centers

Loading and unloading operations at various points.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Kalmbach Pub Co (January 31, 2019)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 96 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1627005285
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1627005289
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.6 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 0.25 x 10.75 inches