ASF-Keystone is the premier supplier of one-piece cast draft sill systems. Our "Integral Cast Draft Sill" system simplifies freight car inventory and application time, eliminates complex fabrication and wasted material, and is engineered to provide maximum strength and fatigue resistance in high-stress areas over a much longer service life than typical fabricated draft sills. Installation is fast, efficient and economical.
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yoke strap. To see our full line of Wear Prevention Products please
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Type E & F Cast Draft Sills
- Uses AAR M-201 Grade B+ steel for easy welding to car attachment.
- Laboratory tested to exceed AAR M-1001 testing criteria.
- Structurally superior draft sill design compared to traditional fabricated designs.
- Flame-hardened center plate surfaces for maximum life.
- Customized configurations for various body bolster designs for all car types.
Amsted Rail's Rear Yoke Support Wear Eliminator helps prevent wear on the Draft Sills
yoke strap. To see our full line of Wear Prevention Products please
click here.
Fully Assembled Type E & F Draft Systems
- Weight savings approximately 200 lbs. per car set lighter than standard fabricated sills without sacrificing strength.
- Reduces the number of parts required and ordered, save time on inspecting and inventorying.
- Draft systems arrive at car builder completely assembled and ready for installation.
- Extended warranty on selected configurations of components.
- Fully Assembled Draft Systems
- Type E Cast Draft Sill
- Type F Cast Draft Sill