RTK24 Refrigerated Vehicle 1000mm Gauge 100km/h for Bangladesh Railways

The RTK24 refrigerated luggage van is purpose-built to operate on Bangladesh’s 1000mm gauge railway networks, delivering a robust cold chain solution for perishable goods including fruits, vegetables, flowers, dairy products, and meat. Designed to maintain precise temperature control during transit, this vehicle ensures cargo integrity across long-haul rail journeys, supporting the country’s agricultural and food supply chains.

The RTK24 features an all-steel welded, fully load-bearing car body constructed from an underframe, side walls, end walls, roof, partition walls, and sliding doors. It houses two unit rooms and a central refrigerating chamber, with two Carrier refrigeration units mounted at either end for consistent cooling performance.

• Coupling System: Equipped with an MCA-PH coupler buffer device, where the A end functions as the HOOK and the B end as the YOKE, ensuring secure connections between railcars.
• Braking System: Adopts a dual-pipe braking setup combining vacuum and air braking. The air braking system follows UIC 540 standards and uses Knorr brakes for reliable stopping power.
• Bogie: Utilizes Bombardier MD52-M type bogies, delivering stability and durability at the maximum operating speed of 100km/h.

1. What types of perishable goods can the RTK24 transport?

   The RTK24 is engineered to carry temperature-sensitive cargo such as fruits, vegetables, flowers, dairy products, and meat, maintaining optimal cold chain conditions to preserve freshness and quality.

2. What braking standards does the RTK24 comply with?

   Its air braking system adheres to the UIC 540 standard, utilizing Knorr brakes alongside a dual-pipe setup (vacuum and air braking) for enhanced safety and reliability on 1000mm gauge tracks.

3. What is the maximum operating speed of the RTK24 refrigerated van?

   The vehicle has a maximum operating speed of 100km/h, paired with a Bombardier MD52-M bogie to ensure stable performance even on curved tracks with a minimum radius of 109m.