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Intermodal

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by landy77, Mar 2, 2011.

  1. Mar 2, 2011 #1
    landy77

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    Are flatbeds used for intermodal or can anyone pick up a container?
     
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  3. Mar 2, 2011 #2
    rockee

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    You can use a flat bed but typically the containers are put on a chassis, which are also lighter than flat beds for the most part
     
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  4. Mar 2, 2011 #3
    Palazon

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    What he said. Normally the cans on flatbeds are the smaller ones.
     
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  5. Mar 3, 2011 #4
    striker

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    Yes, flatbeds are used to haul containers, you must use chains and straps, however, you cannot pick up a high cube container with a flatbed, you must use a step deck or a chassis.

    No, not anyone can pick up a container. Your company must have an SCAC code and be on file/registered with the railroad or port where you are picking up from.
     
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