RAILWAY CAR AXLE

摘要

An improved railway car axle having a generally cylindrical elongated body is provided. The axle comprises a journal near either end adapted to receive a bearing. A dust guard is provided adjacent the journals. A wheel seat is provided adjacent the dust guard and is adapted to receive a railway wheel thereon. The center portion of the railway axle is generally cylindrical and extends between each wheel seat. The journal has a specified length and diameter, the dust guard has a specified diameter, and the axle midpoint has a specified diameter to provide a railway axle able to be utilized in heavy haul railway freight car service.