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Date: 03/18/23 20:36
Running 50 year old cabooses
Author: P

Is there anyone that is familiar with the requirements to run 50 year old cabooses in excursion service? I have heard that an FRA waiver is required, but I don't know much beyond that.

Any input on what is required would be appreciated.

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Date: 03/18/23 21:22
Re: Running 50 year old cabooses
Author: krm152

The 50 Year Age Rule applies only to cars operated in interchange service.
It does not apply to cars that a railroad operates strictly on its own lines.
There is a new procedure whereby the Age can be extended to 65; link below:
https://asmedigitalcollection.asme.org/IMECE/proceedings-abstract/IMECE2005/42210/127/301654
ALLEN 

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Date: 03/18/23 21:33
Re: Running 50 year old cabooses
Author: dan

passenger cars can be older

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