How Wide Is a Train Car? Typical Widths by Train Type
A train car is typically 2.6-3.4 meters wide, or about 8.5-11.1 feet, measured across its exterior body. Passenger cars commonly measure 2.8-3.1 meters, North American freight cars about 3.2-3.25 meters, and some Japanese or Chinese high-speed cars up to approximately 3.38 meters. The permitted width depends on the railway’s loading gauge and clearances. Key Facts […]