FLATBED RAILCAR VEHICLE LOADING RAMPS

on equipment. The width of the loading (driving) surface will need to be 96? at minimum. Each ramp will need to support a minimum of 30,000 lbs. Each ramp needs to be portable and towable by a forklift. Each ramp requires a means to be affixed/attached to an open top flat car. A transition plate at

the mouth of the ramps will be needed This plate will reduce forces that may compromise the structural integrity of the ramp structure byway of pushing and sliding between the vehicle and the flatcar. This plate will bridge irregularities i