RTEX Railcar Sales and Leasing provides covered hopper railcars for dry bulk commodities that require protection from moisture and contamination. Covered hoppers are among the most widely used railcars in North America due to their efficiency in handling high-volume bulk
shipments while maintaining product integrity.

These railcars support both gravity discharge and pneumatic unloading systems, allowing
compatibility with a broad range of rail-served facilities across plastics, agriculture,
construction, and industrial markets. Covered hoppers can also be lined to protect both car
and commodities.

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Common Commodities Shipped in Covered Hoppers

• Plastic pellets and resins (PE, PP, PVC)
• Grain (corn, wheat, soybeans)
• Animal feed
• Fertilizer
• Cement
• Fly ash
• Industrial sand
• Salt
• Dry chemicals
• Starch and powders
• Mineral products

Covered Hopper Configurations

• Pressure Differential Covered Hoppers
• Pneumatic Covered Hoppers
• Gravity Gate Covered Hoppers
• Small Cube Covered Hoppers (2,950–3,300 cu ft)
• Mid-Size Covered Hoppers (3,500–4,000 cu ft)
• Large Cube Covered Hoppers (4,550–5,400 cu ft)
• Jumbo Covered Hoppers (5800+ cu ft)

Industries Served

• Petrochemical and plastics manufacturers
• Grain elevators and agricultural processors
• Cement and construction material producers
• Industrial mineral suppliers
• Chemical producers