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A little google work found the following on the same site as the photos - these are cars used to transport radioactive waste. Judging by the shape and size of the containers, I'd guess they are used for low-level waste - things like gloves, suits, tools, etc. Similar lowsided containers are used over here on this type of traffic, so I'm guessing this is what they are. There also appears to be little shielding, and the car does not appear to be particularly reinforced against collisions, which would suggest low-level waste. I'm not sure whether the cars are dedicated to this service - the fact that the other photo has a different reporting mark would suggest that this design is owned by more than one operator though. Hope this is of help!
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