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Rail Industry Component:
Amsted Rail - Brakes: Non-Spin Wheel-Type Flat Car Hand Brake

Model 1180 hand brake (AAR Group C — for replacement only) is for flat cars requiring a drop shaft. A fixed shaft is also available. It is of the non-spinning wheel type, therefore, it is necessary only to turn the wheel clockwise to set the brake and counter-clockwise to release it. This feature allows for partial release, thus ensuring complete car control, the company says.