BEML Bogie
Brief Description :

    Bharath Earth Movers Limited (BEML) : In this type of bogies, Super structure weight is carried by side bearers on the top of the spring plank and from this portion the weight is transmitted to the bottom spring plank through bolster coil spring. From the bolster spring plank, the weight is pass over to the bogie frame through swing bolts. Weight from the bogie frame is transmitted to the axle box wings through axle box coil springs and finally from the axle box, weight goes to the journal and the wheel.

    Their floor level is slightly higher than the ICF Coaches. Introduced on Indian Railways in the year 1958-59 and their production is abolished and discontinued on mail/express service.

    Fig.: BEML Bogie
    Fig.2: BEML Bogie Components