«The Greenbrier Companies» innovative bilevel railcar, the Multi-Max Plus™, revolutionizes vehicle transport with its unique design, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Greenbrier Multi-Max Plus

Tailored for tall cargo vans like Ford Transit and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, it boasts the industry’s tallest allowable car height—20 feet, 2 inches.

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Unlike traditional bilevel auto racks, its adjustable decks maximize loading flexibility, accommodating various vehicle heights.

In addressing the prevailing trend of highway truck transport for tall vans, Greenbrier’s market analysis revealed a significant opportunity. More than 50% of such vehicles, typically transported over 3,000 miles, could benefit from a rail solution.

Existing rail methods utilize single-deck or modified bilevels, but the Multi-Max Plus introduces a game-changing universal deck.

This adaptable feature increases the load factor to nine vehicles per railcar, a substantial enhancement over traditional methods.

Historically, railcars were custom-designed for specific OEM vehicles, leading to inefficiencies.

The Multi-Max Plus breaks this mold by offering a versatile solution for various vehicles, from tall vans to SUVs and sedans.

This not only improves rail vs. truck economics but also reduces fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, marking a significant stride toward sustainable and cost-effective vehicle transport.

Photo/source: The Greenbrier Companies

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