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Ten pack |
| Description: |
In the late 70s/early 80s, ATSF tried out several applications of articulated intermodal cars. One such was a 10 Pack Fuel Foiler, which was a set of 10 stripped down platforms for carrying highway trailers. The reduced tare weight was intended to reduce fuel consumption, as was the lower profile. In that regard, they were a success; I suspect having 10 units together was not the most efficient way to manage consists. There was also a 6 unit version. Containerization of even domestic freight eventually changed the game again, but these cars were a good start in the right direction for fuel efficiency. |
| Photo Date: |
8/20/1982 Upload Date: 5/26/2014 3:43:28 AM |
| Location: |
Flagstaff, AZ |
| Author: |
Tom Beckett |
| Categories: |
RollingStock,Action |
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1768 Comments: 1 |
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| Title: |
Fuel foiler |
| Description: |
Another angle of the 10 Pack used by Santa Fe in the early 80s. |
| Photo Date: |
8/20/1982 Upload Date: 5/26/2014 3:46:22 AM |
| Location: |
Flagstaff, AZ |
| Author: |
Tom Beckett |
| Categories: |
RollingStock,Action |
| Locomotives: |
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1811 Comments: 1 |
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