Lightweight gondola freight wagon with Amstrong® steels​

Gondola freight wagon in Amstrong® 420MC, Amstrong® 500MC, and Amstrong® Ultra 700MC; a lighter, more durable solution with increased net capacity and reduced environmental impact.
By replacing standard structural steel with a mix of Amstrong® grades in optimized thicknesses, the design improves structural performance and durability while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
Lightweight gondola freight wagon with Amstrong® steels​

Re-designing with Amstrong® grades brings:​

  • 40% tare weight reduction ​
  • 30% material cost savings​
  • 30% increase in net capacity​
  • Improved impact and wear resistance​
  • Better fatigue performance and weldability​
  • Same technical performance under EN 12663 standards​
  • 40% reduction in tare transport emissions

Let’s build better together

Whether you’re designing a new product or upgrading an existing one, our team is ready to co-engineer a steel solution that fits your goals.