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Generally, freight cars with a capacity greater than 70-80 tons use 36" wheels, lighter capacity cars use 33". Most modern freight cars are 80 tons or greater. Keep in mind that the 36" wheel may raise coupler height and you may need to modify the bolster. Low coupler height is esier to adjust using Kadee or similar washers. Lowering coupler height may take extensive modification.
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