Intermodal Tank Transport System, Components, and Methods

摘要

An intermodal tank container and complementary chassis, and features and methods for use thereof, are disclosed. The intermodal tank container and chassis has an appearance and length substantially similar to a non-intermodal OTR tank trailer, while affording the same capacity as an intermodal tank container. The design of the tank container allows for an improved, lighter design for the chassis and for improved usability of the tank container in intermodal environments such as with rail cars. The reduced weight of the chassis allows for a greater payload while remaining within various applicable legal restrictions for gross vehicle weight, axle weight, etc.

主权项

1. An intermodal transport combination comprising:
a container having first and second container ends and including: a tank; and a frame supporting the tank; a chassis having first and second chassis ends and including: a base; wheels coupled to the base; landing gear positioned forward of the wheels and adapted to support the chassis, the landing gear being disposed longitudinally inward from the first and second chassis ends; a first chassis support disposed proximate the landing gear and adapted to contact the container at a position longitudinally inward from the first and second chassis ends; and a second chassis support adapted to contact the container at a position rearward of the first support and at a position longitudinally inward from the first and second chassis ends, wherein the frame has a width and a height less than the width.