Railbroker connects buyers and lessees with passenger railcars, historic coaches, dining cars, and cabooses throughout North America.
Equipment Types Available:
Passenger Coaches – Vintage and modern coach cars for excursion service
Dining Cars – Full kitchen and table service configurations
Lounge Cars – Observation and entertainment cars
Sleeper Cars – Overnight accommodation equipment
Dome Cars – Scenic viewing cars with upper-level seating
Cabooses – Historic cabooses for display, events, or restoration
Business Cars – Executive and private railcars
Who We Serve:
Heritage and tourist railroads
Railroad museums and historical societies
Film and television productions
Event venues and hospitality operations
Private collectors and rail enthusiasts
Educational institutions
Our Approach: Passenger railcar availability changes frequently. Tell us what you're looking for—whether it's an Amtrak-certified coach for active excursion service or a historic car for static museum display—and we'll search our network to find the right equipment for your needs.
Get Started: Contact us with your requirements including equipment type, intended use (active service vs. static display), certification needs, and budget range.
Railbroker now offers specialized container solutions to complement your intermodal shipping needs.
Available Container Types:
Tank Containers – ISO-standard tank containers for liquid bulk commodities
Refrigerated Containers – Temperature-controlled units for perishable goods
Open Top Containers – For oversized cargo requiring crane loading
Flat Rack Containers – Heavy machinery and out-of-gauge freight
Specialty Containers – Custom configurations for unique cargo requirements
Service Coverage: Our container solutions support cross-border shipping throughout the United States, Mexico, and Canada, with particular expertise in US-Mexico intermodal corridors.
How It Works: Contact our team with your container requirements. We'll source the right equipment type and coordinate with your intermodal shipping needs.
Now available: 20 brand-new 53-foot double stack intermodal well cars.
Specifications:
Length: 53 feet
Type: Double Stack Well Car
Configuration: Single well, double-stack capable
Container Compatibility: 20', 40', 45', 48', 53' containers
Condition: New construction
Gross Rail Load: 286,000 lbs
Features:
Articulated design for efficient train handling
Compatible with all standard intermodal containers
Optimized for domestic and international container service
Meets all AAR interchange standards
Ideal For: Intermodal operators, railroads, and logistics companies requiring double-stack capacity for container shipping. Ideal for port-to-inland and domestic intermodal corridors.
Lease Terms: Contact us for lease rates and availability.
Now available: 100 brand-new 60-foot Plate F boxcars with double plug doors for maximum loading flexibility.
Specifications:
Length: 60 feet (interior)
Type: Plate F Boxcar
Door Configuration: Double Plug Door
Commodity Service: Paper products, packaged goods, beverages, appliances, building materials
Condition: New construction
Gross Rail Load: 286,000 lbs
Features:
Wide door opening for forklift access
Plug doors provide superior weather protection
Equipped for cushioned underframe options
Clean interior for finished goods
Ideal For: Paper mills, beverage distributors, appliance manufacturers, and any shipper requiring enclosed, weather-protected transportation for finished products.
Lease Terms: Flexible lease terms available. Contact us for rates and equipment specifications.
Now available: 100 brand-new 52-foot mill gondola cars for heavy industrial service.
Specifications:
Length: 52 feet
Type: Mill Gondola
Commodity Service: Steel coils, plates, pipe, scrap metal, heavy bulk materials
Condition: New construction
Gross Rail Load: 286,000 lbs
Features:
Heavy-duty steel construction
Reinforced floors for concentrated loads
Multiple tie-down points for load securement
Suitable for coil cradles and dunnage
Ideal For: Steel mills, metal fabricators, scrap processors, and heavy industrial shippers. Mill gondolas are the workhorse of the steel industry, designed for the toughest loads.
Lease Terms: Long-term lease arrangements available. Contact us for pricing and fleet availability.
Large fleet available: 300 brand-new 5850 cubic foot covered hopper cars for plastic pellet transportation.
Specifications:
Capacity: 5,850 cubic feet
Type: Covered Hopper (Plastic Pellet Service)
Commodity Service: Polyethylene, polypropylene, PVC, polystyrene, other plastic resins
Condition: New construction
Gross Rail Load: 286,000 lbs
Features:
Gravity pneumatic discharge system
Food-grade interior suitable for virgin resin
Trough hatches for efficient loading
Designed for clean, contamination-free service
Ideal For: Chemical manufacturers, resin producers, and plastics companies. Fleet quantity available for unit train service or distributed shipping programs.
Lease Terms: Flexible short-term and long-term lease options. Volume pricing available for large commitments. Contact us for availability and rates.
Now available: 150 brand-new large-capacity 6241 cubic foot covered hopper cars designed specifically for plastic pellet service.
Specifications:
Capacity: 6,241 cubic feet
Type: Covered Hopper (Plastic Pellet Service)
Commodity Service: Polyethylene, polypropylene, PVC, polystyrene pellets
Condition: New construction
Gross Rail Load: 286,000 lbs
Features:
Gravity pneumatic outlets for efficient unloading
Interior coating designed for pellet service
Roof hatches optimized for pneumatic loading
Clean interior free of contamination
Ideal For: Petrochemical companies, plastic resin producers, and manufacturers requiring high-capacity pellet transportation. Large cube design maximizes payload per car.
Lease Terms: Long-term lease arrangements available. Contact us for competitive rates.
Now available: 100 brand-new 5161 cubic foot covered hopper cars optimized for grain service.
Specifications:
Capacity: 5,161 cubic feet
Type: Covered Hopper
Commodity Service: Grain, wheat, corn, soybeans, agricultural products
Condition: New construction
Gross Rail Load: 286,000 lbs
Features:
Three-pocket gravity discharge
Trough hatches for efficient loading
Weather-tight roof design
Optimized for unit train service
Ideal For: Agricultural shippers, grain elevators, and food processors requiring reliable covered hopper capacity. New equipment ensures maximum payload efficiency and reduced maintenance.
Lease Terms: Flexible lease terms available. Contact us for rates and routing options.
Direct sale opportunity: 25 well-maintained 2015-built DOT 117J tank cars, recently requalified with extended service life through 2035.
Specifications:
Quantity: 25 cars
Capacity: 30,500 gallons
Type: DOT 117J
Year Built: 2015
Qualification Status: Recently qualified
Next Qualification Due: 2035
Investment Highlights:
10+ years of service life remaining before next qualification
Proven maintenance history
Immediate availability
Excellent condition
Ideal For: Shippers looking to own their tank car fleet rather than lease. These cars offer strong value with their extended qualification timeline and established service record.
Pricing: Contact us for pricing and inspection arrangements.
Now available: 300 brand-new 30,500-gallon DOT 117J tank cars for lease.
Specifications:
Capacity: 30,500 gallons
Type: DOT 117J100W
Configuration: Non-Coiled, Non-Insulated (NCNI)
Condition: New construction
Compliance: Meets all current DOT and AAR safety standards
Features:
Enhanced thermal protection
Thicker tank shell construction (9/16" minimum)
Full-height head shields
Top fittings protection
Improved bottom outlet valve handles
Ideal For: Transportation of crude oil, ethanol, biodiesel, and other flammable liquids. New-build equipment ensures maximum qualification life and minimal maintenance concerns.
Lease Terms: Long-term lease arrangements available. Volume discounts for fleet commitments. Contact us to discuss your specific requirements.
Immediate availability: 100 existing 30,500-gallon DOT 117R tank cars for short-term lease.
Specifications:
Capacity: 30,500 gallons
Type: DOT 117R100W
Configuration: Non-Coiled, Non-Insulated (NCNI)
Condition: Existing fleet, well-maintained
Availability: Immediate
Ideal For: These tank cars are suited for transporting crude oil, ethanol, and other flammable liquids requiring DOT 117 compliance. Perfect for shippers needing temporary capacity during seasonal peaks, project-based shipping, or while awaiting new equipment delivery.
Lease Terms: Flexible short-term lease arrangements available. Contact us for competitive rates and availability in your region.