1561717115940-Revised June 2019 Ldce Question Bank Helpers

LDCE QUESTION BANK for Helper – II / C&W (June-2019)
S. C. Railway
C&W Department
BZA Division
QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS BANK For
GROUP ‘D’ staff
Appearing for
GROUP ’C’ (25% LDCE)
Examination
JUNE-2019
March-2011
Area Training Center (C&W), Vijayawada Page 1
1) Explain the pattern of Freight Train Examination?
Ans: As per JPO No. 7/2014 there are only three types of examinations for freight
stock.
1) End to End examination
2) Closed Circuit Rake Examination (CC rake)
3) Premium Rake examination.
1) End to End examination:
1. The rake should normally be intensively examined in empty condition after unloading
and at nominated TXR examination yard. After such intensive examination the empty
rake shall be moved to the loading station as per the requirement of traffic.
2. The BPC of empty rake may have no destination mentioned. But, after loading of the
rake, the Operating staff (Commercial staff, if no Operating is posted at the station) shall
ensure that the destination of the loaded train is clearly mentioned on the BPC and only
then the BPC will become valid up to such destination only. Otherwise BPC will become
invalid.
3. Both Air brake wagons and Vacuum brake wagons can be offered for examination.
4. Green color BPC for Air brake stock and Pink color BPC for Vacuum brake stock shall be
used for such rakes.
5. Minimum brake power should be 90% for Air brake and 85% for Vacuum brake to be
maintained at originating station after Intensive examination.
6. In case of vacuum brake stock the rake should reach the loading point within 4 days
from date of issue of BPC. Otherwise BPC will become invalid.
2) CC rake Examination:
1. Only Off POH/ Off ROH wagons fitted with air brake system should be inducted as CC
rake under normal circumstance. For formation of CC rake with other than this, HQs
approval in case to case basis to be obtained through HQs control.
2. Examination to be completed in 100 man hours.

3. CC rake examination is to be conducted only at nominated base depot. Code of
base depot is to be stenciled on all the wagons.
4. Validity of BPC is 7500KMs or 35 days whichever is earlier. Within this validity
rake can subjected to any no. of loading/unloading. In case of container rake it is
6000KM or 30 days whichever is earlier.
5. CC rakes are allowed to run only in the circuit of the nominated zones.
6. Color of BPC shall be yellow.
7. The CC BPC becomes invalid under the following conditions. These rakes have to
be cleared up to next examination point in the direction of movement for
examination and issuance of a fresh BPC up to PME depot. HQs Operating and
C&W Control should be appraised of all such cases so that the rakes can be
brought to the PME depot within 40days from the day of issue of BPC.
i) Rakes integrity disturbed by more than 4 wagons within the validity of the BPC. Only
up to 4 wagons attachment/detachment is permitted en route during the validity of the
BPC.
ii) The rake shall not be stabled for more than 24 hours at nominated TXR examination
yard, any other station except the loading/unloading point.
iii) CC rakes other than container rake moved to any other zone not mentioned in the
circuit.

iv) Overdue CC rake is not moved in the direction of PME depot.
v) If the driver fails to log the kilometers BPC is valid for 20 days only.
The procedure to be followed to move the CC rake due/overdue for PME

a) When CC rake is empty and is due for PME, the rake is to be subjected to GDR check
and moved to nearest TXR point. At that TXR point STR (Safe to run) to be conducted
and endorsement to be done on the original BPC as “safe to run examination conducted
and BPC revalidated for on word moment as empty to original base depot ……………..…
for PME”.
b) If the CC rake is empty and due for PME but required for loading/unloading for one
time. Then the rake is to be subjected to GDR check and moved to nearest TXR point. At
that TXR point intensive examination to be conducted and endorsement to be done on
the original BPC as “BPC revalidated for one cycle of loading /unloading to specified
destination and on word moment as empty to original base depot ……………… for PME”.
c) If the rake is loaded and due for PME the rake is to be subjected to GDR check and
moved to nearest TXR point in the direction of movement. At that TXR point
intensive examination to be conducted and endorsement to be done on the original
BPC as “BPC revalidated for the movement up to its destination and after unloading
further moved to original base depot………………..for PME”.
Note: During safe to run and intensive examination for revalidating BPC, any wagon
is identified due for POH/ROH can be allowed up to destination if the wagon is
otherwise fit.
3) Premium Rake examination:
1) Premium End – to End rakes will be formed out of air Brake open stock (BOXN, BOXNHA,
BOXNHS) and covered stock (BCN, BCNA, BCNA HS). On S. C. Railway Premium End – to –
End rakes will be intensively examined in empty condition.
2) Brake power certificate issued for such premium end-to-end rakes will be valid for
12 days from the date of issue. During this 12 day period, the rakes will be allowed
multiple loading/unloading. A grace of period of 3 days permitted to facilitate
unloading of formation if it is in loaded condition on 13 th day. Within these 3 days
rake must be unloaded and offered for examination at nominated TXR point. Under
any circumstances the rake is not allowed to run after 15 days.
3) After 15 days the rake is to be offered for examination even in loaded condition and
BPC is issued in End to End format up to the unloading point only.
4) Brake power certificate for premium end-to-end rakes to be issued with proper
format in green color paper.
5) Minimum brake power should be 95% at originating station.
6) It has no restriction on movement to any zone on Indian Railways.

2). What is rolling in and rolling out examination? What are the advantages?
Ans: All terminating and through passing trains are given rolling in examination,
while entering a station with TXR depot. TXR and his staff should take up
position on both sides of the line short of the normal halting place on which the
train is to be received and the following inspection should be carried out.
1. Look out for any loose or damaging component.

2. Observe whether there are any flat spots on the tyre (skidded wheel).
3. Observe and Listen for any warm axle box.(damages in roller bearing).
4. Defective / broken springs.
5. Defective / drooping buffer.
6. Abnormal behavior of any of the vehicles, or any other observations which may
lead to unsafe working condition.
Similarly while the train is leaving from the plat form/yard rolling out examination
is also to be conducted to avoid the above mentioned and therefore the last minute
detentions.
Advantages of conducting Rolling – in/out examination: It will reveal the defects of

rolling stock which can’t be identified / checked when it is stabled. This simple
examination will save lot of time and avoid major disasters.
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3). Explain various wheel defects and their effects with limits of rejections and draw sketch of
tyre defect gauge?
Ans:
Wheel defects Standard Condemning Limit

Sharp Flange 14.5mm 5 mm or Less
Thin Flange 28.5mm 16mm or Less
16mm-IRS
Less radius at root of flange 13 or Less
14mm-WWP
Hollow Tyre ----- 5 mm or above
Deep Flange 28.5mm 35mm or more
Thin Tyre ----- 28 mm or Less
50 mm or more-Coaching
Flat Tyre -----
60 mm or more –Goods
Effects of Wheel defects:
1. Sharp flange: when allowed in to service it leads the vehicle to two roads while
negotiating defective points/crossings.
2. Thin flange: when allowed into service worn-out flange will break due to
longitudinal reaction by track and vehicle derails.
3. Less radius root: It will lead to excessive angle of attack and lead to climbing of
flange on to rail table and leads to derailment.
4. Hallow tyre and Deep flange: Often these two will appear on wheel tread
together. When allowed into service results in rough riding with noise and
damages fish plates and fish bolts of the track disconnects the rail joints. This will
cause the following train to derail.
5. Thin tyre: When solid wheels have reached to its lowest allowed wheel diameter,
the load bearing capacity of the wheel reduce drastically and will get sheared
under the heavy rolling loads causing major disaster.
6. Flat tyre: This will cause hammer blow effect on the rail while in run and may
cause rails and rail fittings.

4). What is IRCA? How many parts are there in IRCA in connection with C & W? Explain
briefly?
Ans: IRCA – Indian Railway Conference Association situated in New Delhi
gives out the rules for the standard and condemning sizes of various components used
on a rolling stock.
They also give the guidelines for the maintenance of rolling stock in workshops and
in open lines. The rulebooks issued for the Carriage & Wagon department are:
Part III - For Wagon Stock

Part IV - For Coaching Stock
There are 4 chapters in each part IRCA
Chapter Details
Chapter I Definitions
Chapter II Workshop repair practice
Chapter III Maintenance practice in open line
Chapter IV Rejection rules
5). What do you mean by CMI K-003? What are the defects to be observed as per CMI K-
003?
Ans: CMI-K-003 means carriage maintenance instructions issued by RDSO in the year
2003. As per the CMI-K-003, the wheels are to be checked visually for the following defects.
1. Shattered Rim: A fracture on the wheel tread or

flange is called Shattered Rim. It is a rejectable
defect.
2. Spread Rim: If the rim widens out for a short

distance on the front face, an internal defect may
be present. Spreading of rim is usually accompanied
by flattening of the tread, which may or may not
have cracks or shelling on the tread. Such a wheel
must be withdrawn from the service. This condition
should not be confused with a uniform curling over
the outer edge of the rim around the entire wheel,
is called rim flow. Rim flow is not a rejectable
defect.
3. Thermal cracks: Thermal cracks appear on a
wheel tread due to intense heating of the arising
out of severe brake binding. Such cracks occur on
the tread and generally progress across the tread in
a transverse and radial direction.
Whenever such a crack become visible on the
outer face of the rim or tread crack as reached the
outer edge(non-gauge face) of the rim, the wheel
should be withdrawn from the service. If a crack
becomes visible on the outer flange face, the wheel
withdrawn from service. Such wheels should be
sent to workshops for examinations and

subsequent rejections.
Wheels involved in service brake binding
should be examined carefully during the
maintenance to rule out the possibility reject able
thermal cracks. Such wheels may be identified by
the presence of flats (may be within acceptable
limits) and severe discoloration or blue black
heating marks on the tread.
4. Heat checks: Thermal cracks are deeper and

need to be distinguished from fine superficial cracks
visible on the tread on or adjacent to the breaking
surface. These are called heat checks, which are
usually denser than thermal cracks. Heat checks are
caused on the tread due to heating and cooling
cycles undergone by the wheel during normal
breaking. Such wheels do not need to be withdrawn
but should be carefully distinguished from the
reject able thermal cracks.
5. Shelled Tread: Shelling can be identified by

pieces of metal breaking out of the tread surface in
several places more or less continuously around the
rim. Shelling takes place when small pieces of metal
breakout between the fine thermal cracks. These
are generally associated with small skid marks or
“chain sliding”. Such wheels should be withdrawn
from service and sent to workshops for re-profiling.
6. Disc crack: A crack on the disc due to material

failure is called disc crack. Disc crack of any length
on disc plate is a rejectable defect
6). Explain maintenance of departmental wagons in open line?

Ans: Maintenance of departmental wagons falls under the category of End to End
intensive examination as per JPO No.07/2014.
Types of departmental wagons:
1. Sleeper carriers
2. Rail carriers
3. Ballast wagons
4. 10RP/20RP carriers (rails of 130m/260m lengths)
I. BCXSC, BOXSC etc. are the wagons used as sleeper carriers as well as rail carriers. These
wagons are made out of over aged BCX, BOX wagons by removing the end walls and side
walls to enable mechanized loading and unloading at PQRS (Plasser Quick Relaying
Sidings).
II. BOBYN wagons which are specially designed for carrying and lying of ballast are
categorized as ballast carriers.
III. Modified BRN/BRNA wagons are categorized as 10RP/20RP (Rail Panels) carriers which
are used to carry the rails from manufacturing unit to site.
IV. All the departmental wagons are to be based at nominated depot and code of the base
depot is to be stenciled on all the wagons. Normally all the departmental wagons are to be
examined intensively in empty condition at the base depot only for issuing fresh BPC.

In case of Sleeper carriers, Rail carriers and Ballast carriers fresh BPC will be
issued after intensive examination with a validity of 30 days at base depot. In case
of rakes with CASNUB bogies not required intermediate check. In case of rakes
with UIC bogies are required intermediate check and revalidation of BPC at 15 days
interval.
In case of 10RP/20RP carriers BPC is issued after intensive examination at base
depot with validity from loading point to unloading point and back to base depot.
7) List out rejectable items for good stock as per IRCA Part – III?
Ans:
 Wheel defects such as sharp flange, thin flange, deep flange, hollow tyre, skidded
wheel etc.
 CBC coupler body broken / cracked.
 Center pivots broken / cracked.
 Trolley frame cracked or broken.
 Hotbox.
 Sliding type brake beam broken / bent.
 Suspension bracket broken on UIC stock.
 Trolley frame broken at horn gap stiffer & Bridle bar breakage.
 CBC yoke broken.
 CBC draft gear defect.
8) List out rejectable items for coaching stock as per IRCA part – IV?
Ans: Body repairs:
Door repairs, corrosion repairs of under frame near lavatory and trough floor
repairs, repairs to sole bar, repairs to head stock. Repairs to draw and buffing gear.
Under gear repairs:
Loose centre pivot bolts, crack in center pivot, center pivot bent.
Axle box defects: Any cover broken, nonstandard, deficient sealing arrangement
defective, oozing of lubricant, any hot box.
Bogie repairs: Cracks in sole plate of bogie, bogie transom etc. Cracks in lower
spring seat of dash pot, bent axle guide. Bogie out of square. Breakage of any coil
springs of axle box, breakage of bolster coil springs, anchor links, equalizing stay,
shock absorber, suspension links, and bottom spring plank.
Brake gear: In effective DV, brake cylinder, leakage in isolating cock, cut-off angle
cock, Defective PEASD and PEAV. Breakage of any pipe line.
Wheel defects: Any tyre defect as prescribed in IRCA manual including the latest
RDSO – CMI – K003 technical pamphlet.
Any coach due for POH,IOH and schedules, missing of APDs provided for brake gear
suspension arrangement are considered as rejectable items under IRCA part IV.
9) What is maintenance? Why maintenance is required? Explain the maintenance systems

followed on Indian Railway system?
Ans:
Maintenance: The methods of inspection, replacement or repair of
components/assemblies, usage of the quality of material/specifications of
materials and keeping the tolerances/dimensions is called maintenance.
Why maintenance is required: Maintenance is required on any equipment to keep it in
good working condition with safety, security and reliability so that it shall not fail
during the course of work.
Types of Maintenance:

I.Preventive maintenance: It is a method of carrying out inspection, repairs/ replacements of

components/assemblies before the failure of equipment. In Indian Railways the following
preventive maintenance methods are followed:
Trip Schedule, “A” Schedule, “B” Schedule, “IOH/ROH” and “POH”
II.Breakdown maintenance: It is a method of carrying out inspection, repairs/ replacements of
components/assemblies after the failure of equipment. In Indian Railways the following
breakdown maintenance methods are followed: Sick line attention, Attention of derailments
and other accidents.
Both preventive and breakdown maintenances are followed on Indian Railways.
10). Define various maintenance practices on coaching stock?

Ans:
 Primary maintenance
 Secondary maintenance
 Terminal maintenance
 R&D
Primary maintenance:- Primary maintenance will be done on all passenger
carrying trains at primary maintenance depots on nominated trains notified by the
Chief Mechanical Engineer of the Zone.
At primary maintenance depot all the primary maintenance schedule like
trip schedule examination that is examination after every trip, schedule “A” or
monthly examination, schedule “B” or quarterly examination and IOH
(Intermediate over Hauling) will be done on the coaches in which they are running.
The attention during primary maintenance should be made more intensive
with special emphasis as the public complaints regarding the amenities and
comfort in travel are directly ascertained to primary maintenance depot. And all
kinds of attentions except IOH are to be carried out within the stipulated time of 6
Hrs.
Secondary maintenance:- Secondary maintenance will be done on rakes which are
terminated after a run more than 3500 KM at the other ends which are nominated
for this purpose. At secondary maintenance depots on termination the rake is
to brought to pit line attend all the items of trip schedule, mandatory, like external
washing, internal cleaning, watering, provision of missing amenity fitting etc. and
fresh BPC is to be issued up to primary maintenance depot.
Terminal maintenance:- Within the validity of BPC whenever a train is terminated,
like change in train number etc., the train has to be given certain attention as per
RPC IV rules. This attention is called Terminal maintenance. All the terminating
trains shall be examined at stations for safe to run examination, internal cleaning
and watering to be attended. If the train is moved to yard and stabled for more than
1 Hr 45 Min BPC is to be endorsed with brake power check otherwise with air
continuity.
R & D:- R&D means receiving and dispatch. All the primary maintained rakes and
passenger through trains shall be conducted rolling in examination, examination
on terminating /and pass through.
The R&D staff shall take up position on both sides of the line short of the
platform on which the terminating train/pass through train is to be received and
watch the condition of running gear, flat places on tyres , axle box, broken springs,
defective brake gear etc.,
The R&D staff should also check, the rakes after coming to halt, gear wise
and ensure that no reject-able defects are there.
The R&D staff should also dispatch the originating trains on platform by
issuing BPC after the levels of air pressures are ensured on the engine and brake.

11) Write all the preventive maintenance schedules to be attended for coaching stock with
their periodicities?
Ans: Following are the preventive maintenance schedules to be attended on coaching stock for
its better utilization with almost no failures.
S. Name of the Where the schedule to

Periodicity of the Schedule
No Schedule be carried out
In pit line at PM depot
1 Trip schedule After every round trip
& SM depot
2 “A” schedule 1 month ± 3 days In pit line at PM depot
3 “B” schedule 3 months ± 7 days In pit line at PM depot
12 months + 30 days for newly built In IOH depot after
coaches, midlife rehabilitated coaches detaching from the
Intermediate Over and departmental coaches
formation at PM depot
4 Hauling (IOH)
9 months +30 days for all passenger
carrying vehicles and other coaching
vehicles other than newly built
24 months for newly built coaches,
midlife rehabilitated and
Periodical Over departmental coaches
5 At workshop
Hauling (POH) 18 months for all passenger carrying
vehicles and other coaching vehicles
other than newly built
 IOH of coaches running in Rajadhani & Sathabdi express is to done at work shop.
 During IOH of express, Garibradh, Jansatabthi and OCV’s running on express bogies
are to be exchanged with overhauled bogies received from Workshops.
 “C” schedule is abolished after the POH periodicity is enhanced to 18 months from
12 months.
Departmental coaches comprise Inspection cars, Track recording cars, Coaches
attached to BT rakes and TT machines, Coaches attached to MRV/ART specials.
POH periodicity of ART/ARMV coaches is 3 ½ years with 3 IOH schedules in
between 2 POH scedules
12) What is trip schedule? What are the items to be attended during trip schedule?
Ans:
Trip Schedule: It is a preventive maintenance schedule to be attended on coaching
stock after every round trip in pit line at Primary maintenance depot as well as at
Secondary maintenance depot.
Following items are to be attended during “Trip Schedule”:
The coaches should be washed / cleaned from outside and inside.
 Under frames, bogie frames, axle boxes, axle guards, springs etc are to checked
thoroughly from inside and outside the pit line.
 All moving parts to be lubricated.
 Oil in dashpot should be checked for leakage. Add/replenish with specified grade if
the oil level is below 40 mm.
 Oil in side bearer to be checked for leakage. Add/replenish with specified grade if
the oil level is low.

 Wheel profile and thickness should be visually examined and gauged in case they
appear to be near condemning limits.
 All the air brake components are to be checked for their proper functioning with
RTR.
 Alarm chain apparatus to be tested.
 Brake power to be checked and adjusted so that the piston stroke is within the
specified limit
Check all the amenity fittings for its proper fitment and working.
13) What is “A” schedule? What are the activities to be carried out during “A” schedule?
Ans:
“A” schedule: It is preventive maintenance schedule to be attended on coaching stock in pit
line at primary maintenance depot with periodicity of 1 month ± 3 days within the
normal primary maintenance time.
Following items are to be attended during “A” schedule:
 All items of trip schedule.
 Intensive cleaning of coaches.
 Intensive cleaning of lavatory pans and commode with Vim or equivalent.
 Thorough flushing of tanks.
 Checking of water pipes, flush pipes, flushing cocks, push cocks etc, for ease of
operation and free flow of water.
 Thorough disinfection of all compartments.
 Thorough cleaning of chimneys of dining cars, buffet cars, tourist cars and
inspection carriages by wire brushes.
 Examination and replacement where necessary of brake gear pins, split pins,
safety loops/brackets and their securing devices.
 Examination for wear and replacement where necessary of brake hanger pins,
brake blocks and brake heads.
 Thorough inspection and repairs of draw gear.
 Thorough inspection and repairs of buffers.
 Checking and replenishing of oil in side bearers and dashpots.
 Thorough check and repairs of SLR doors for easy and smooth operation and
correct alignment of all wearing parts, loose screws etc.
14) What is “B” schedule? What are the activities to be carried out during “B” schedule?
Ans: “B” schedule: It is preventive maintenance schedule to be attended on coaching
stock in pit line at primary maintenance depot with periodicity of 3 months ± 7 days
within the normal primary maintenance time.
Following items are to be attended during “B” schedule:
 All items of ‘A’ Schedule.
 Painting of lavatory from inside.
 Thorough inspection and repair of brake gear components.
 Examination overhauling and testing of alarm chain apparatus.
 Testing and repairs of roof, especially the one laid with over and underlay’s of
rubberier sheet before monsoon begins.
 Thorough checking of trough floor, turn under etc., from underneath for corrosion.
 Touching up of painted/printed portion, if faded or soiled.
15) What is IOH? Explain the procedure of IOH?

Ans: Intermediate Over Hauling (IOH): It is preventive maintenance schedule to be
attended on coaching stock at Primary maintenance depot after detaching the coach
from the formation in the IOH shed with a periodicity of 12 months for newly built
coaches and departmental coaches and 9 months for all passenger coaching vehicles
and other coaching vehicles with a grace period of 30 days.
IOH is also given on overdue POH coach before allowing in to service to ensure
safety of the coach and the coach is allowed to service for a period of 3 months only.
After expiry of 3 month the coach must be sent to POH repairs at work shop.
During IOH of a coach bogies are to replace with the over hauled bogies received
from work shop only.
Following items are to be attended during IOH:
a. Thorough repairs of running gear, brake gear and buffing gear
b. Touching up damaged paint of coaches on outside as well as inside.
c. Polishing of the polished surfaces.
d. Thorough check of SAB
e. Testing of BP and FP gauges with the master gauge.
f. Thorough checking of train pipes under pressure of 2kg/sq cm to detect thin,
corroded and punctured pipes.
g. Thorough cleaning and removal of dust, rust, dirt etc, accumulated at the pillars
through the turn under holes, with coir brush and compressed air.
h. Thorough examination and repairs of upholstery, cushions, curtains etc.
i. Thorough checking and full repairs of all window shutters, safety catches, safety
latches, staples and hasps of compartment, lavatory, body side and vestibule door
step, locking gear etc., for ease of operation and safety.
j. Thorough checking and repairs of all damages of vinyl flooring of the compartment.
k. Ultra sonic flaw detection test of axles, where facilities are available.
l. Attention to corrosion of all ICF/BEML coaches as described below:
i) TXRs’ at PM depots should be fully familiar with the vulnerable areas of coaches
for corrosion, viz., sole bars at doorways, lavatories and adjoining areas,
Corridor sides – more so in case of SLRs’ which are used for fish, salt etc.
ii) Following schedule should be strictly followed for all ICF/BEML coaches in
C&W depots.
iii) Pocket between sole bars and turn ender should be thoroughly cleaned through
the inspection opening of the sole bars and inspected with the help of torch
light or inspection lamps.
iv) Drain holes provided in the trough floors should be kept clean and unclogged. If
during the cleaning of these drain holes any accumulation of water is observed,
the affected area should be very carefully inspected for possible corrosion.
v) A register should be maintained of the primary maintenance coaches on the
subject.
16) What are the safety precautions to be taken at Work spot?

Ans:
1. Use dry cotton cloths as per your sizes.
2. Wear shoes.
3. Use hand gloves while grinding, lifting heavy load, holding hot bodies.
4. Protect lines both sides by providing danger boards.
5. Use nose mask where the dust is available.
6. Use helmets while working under gear.
7. Use ear plugs, where then noise is more.
8. Keep fire extinguishers, sand, water buckets.
9. Adopt proper methods.
10. Display boards for failure/defective machinery.
11. Display ambulance phone no in the work places.
12. Put separate bins for new, reuse, and scrap materials.
13. Use goggles and dark glass/welding shields while working with gas cutting &
welding.

17) . Explain salient features of ICF coach?

Ans: Salient features of ICF Coach:
1. All welded, stressed skin integral tubular construction adopted.
2. Provided with Anti telescopic body fitted with distraction tube inside the
buffers with trough flooring.
3. Lavatories are provided on either ends near doorways.
4. Self aligning spherical roller bearings are used to minimize friction resistance
and easy hauling with pendulum type axle box.
5. The bogie incorporates primary and secondary suspension arranged in series.
6. The axle boxes are guided by axle guides and wear and tear of axle boxes are
eliminated with hydraulic dashpot arrangement provided for primary
suspension.
7. The secondary suspension is provided with bolster springs and double acting
telescopic shock absorbers.
8. Silent blocks are fitted in centre pivot and anchor links to reduce noise.
9. Unstrung mass is reduced by 18.5% as compared to IRS bogie by reducing
wheel sizes.
10. The bogie frame is completely welded construction with flats and plates.
11. Modern welding technologies are adopted for welding due to which weight of
bogie is reduced by 25% when compared to IRS.
12. Longer bolster suspension links to ensure better riding qualities. The links are
inclined at an angle of 70 away from the coach vertically.
13. In these coaches pay load is not shared by trough floor.
14. Pressed “Z” sections are used for sole bar.
18) What is an anti telescopic coach? What features made an ICF coach “Anti telescopic”?
Ans: Initially railway carriages are wooden bodied. Wooden body is fixed on to the
steel under frame. During accidents these wooden bodies are prone for more damages
by piercing one coach in to another due to the weaker construction which is called
telescopic nature. This telescopic nature of wooden coaches had led to heavy
causalities during accidents. In order reduce the causalities concept of anti telescopic
body was developed by using all metal, all welded and light weight materials.
Construction features which made an ICF coach shell “anti telescopic”:
The shell of ICF coach consists of pressed steel sections welded together with
sheet covering. The skeleton shell consists of a series of hoops each consisting of floor
cross beams, body side pillars and roof carlines. The sole bar, waist rail, cant rail and
roof purlines held these hoops together. This is covered by roof sheet on top, side
panels on sides and corrugated trough floor. The corrugated trough floor offer
considerable resistance to longitudinal crushing loads. On each end specially designed
head stock with compression/destruction tubes are welded. These tubes during
collision get deformed absorbing most of the energy.
Body bolsters are welded on bottom side of trough floor. The coach ends
consists 4 box section stanchions transversely connected by “Z” section stiffeners and
are welded to head stock. During collisions impact is first absorbed largely by end
stanchions. The residual shock is absorbed by deformation of
destruction/compression tubes.
The reduction in tare weight of these coaches obtained by using light weight,
high strength, and corrosion resistant CORTON steel and by use of light weight alloy
fittings. The concept of stressed skin also helps achieving light weight of coaches. 1.6
mm thick sheet used on roof and 2 mm thick used on side wall and end wall.
The Integral Shell behaves as a hollow tube offering maximum resistance
towards telescoping in case of end wall collision. The head stock consists of main and

auxiliary head stock connected by a rigid buffer beam which transmits all the buffing
forces to the under frame. All the above features made an ICF coach “anti telescopic”.
19) . Describe ICF all coil bogie. And explain sequence of transmission of “tractive force,
braking force and load transmission” in ICF coach.
Ans: Bogie: it is a general term used for the assembly of all suspension parts, which
together support the coach body at the two ends. It includes the structural frame,
wheels, axles and bearings, suspension links, springs etc.
ICF all coil bogie: the bogie frame is built from “I” section fabricated by welding. Axles
are located on the bogie by telescopic dashpot and axle guide assemblies with wheel
base of 2896mm. helical springs are used in both primary and secondary suspension
stages. The axle guide device provides viscous damping across primary springs while
hydraulic dampers are provided across secondary suspension stage. Dampers are
protected against misalignment by resilient fittings. Isolation of vibration is effected by
rubber pads in primary suspension. Weight of coach body is transmitted to its bogie by
side bearers pitched 1600mm apart. Side bearer consists of lubricated metal slides
immersed in oil bath. No vertical weight transfer is affected through bogie pivot, and
pivot acts merely as a center of rotation and serve to transmit tractive and break force
only.
Transmission of tractive forces:The sequence of transmission of tractive force is
follows.
Coupling – Head stock – under frame – Body bolster – Center pivot – Bogie bolster
Anchor links – Bogie frame – Axle guides – Axle box – Axle – wheels.
Transmission of braking forces: Transmission of braking force is reverse of that of
tractive force.
Transmission of load: Coach body – Side bearers – Bolster – Bolster coil springs – Lower
Spring Plank – Stirrup links – Bogie side frame – Axle box Coil Springs – Axle box
Wings – Axle Box – Bearing – Axle – Wheels – Rails.
20) .What are the Benefits of the LHB Coaches? How it Benefits the Passenger?
Ans: A longer coach: LHB coaches are approximately 2-meters longer than the
conventional ICF type coaches. This means “more travel space” “increased seating
capacity”, “wider bays and doorways” etc.
A lighter coach: Per meter length, weight of LHB coach is approximately “10%” lesser than
the conventional coach. This not only means lower haulage costs but also less wear and
tears of the coaches and track.
A higher speed coach: LHB coaches are designed to run at a maximum speed of 180 kmph.
Even for speeds of 200 kmph, no major changes are required.
Lesser maintenance:
 Use of superior materials with longer life.
 Superior braking with Wheel slide protection (WSP) system based on
microprocessor if the variation of speed of wheel of a Coach is more than 10 kmph.
Brakes of the particular coach are released automatically by microprocessor unit
till it is again reset. It protects the brake binding of the Coach.
 Bogie with less moving parts.
 Items of wear & tear shall not require replacement/renewal before 10 Lakh km.
 Use of stainless steel and less bogie moving parts shall reduce maintenance
requirements.
 Entrance doors flush with side wall allowing automatic car washing.
Benefits the Passenger Better ride quality
 Improved ride comfort - ride index reduced from over 3. 0 to 2. 5 at a speed of 160
kmph.
 Plush interiors of international standards.

 Improved air-conditioning through better duct designing & humidity control.

 Bigger size sealed windows filled with “argon” gas for a panoramic view & heat
insulation.
 Modular “oriental” & “western” style toilets with Controlled discharge toilet system
(CDTS) This system works on electro- pneumatic principle where in, the waste
generated from the coach lavatories during run is collected in a retention tank and
is disposed off far away from the city limits on meeting certain predefined
conditions to avoid soiling of station premises.
 Well equipped pantry with hot cases, deep freezer, bottle coolers etc.
 Flush type swiveling berth reading light.
 Polycarbonate transparent centre tables.
Safer: Safety of passengers is of paramount importance, so a number of
precautionary measures have been adopted in LHB design coaches, like:-
 Four emergency exit windows for faster passenger evacuation during emergencies.
 Wider vestibule designs for smooth inter coach movement.
 Convenient to operate emergency alarm pull operation and fire- retardant
furnishing.
 Tight lock centre buffer coupler makes coaches anti-climbing
 Crashworthiness.
21). Compare Salient features of fiat bogie against I.C.F. Bogie?
S. I.C.F. FIAT
No
1 Max operating speed=130 kmph Max operating speed=160 kmph
tested speed=140 kmph tested speed=180 kmph
Potential for operation=200 kmph
2 Bogie Frame I Type H Type Construction
3 Wheel Base =2896 Mm Wheel base = 2560 mm
4 Wheel Dia =915 Mm 915 mm(new) 845 mm (worn)
5 Clasp Type Brake Axle Mounted Disc Brake
6 Spherical Roller Bearing Tapered Roller Bearing
7 Primary Single Spring Primary nested spring =2 nos.
8 Limited Noise Control Features Noise Controlled By Using Thick Rubber Pad
9 Secondary spring on L.S. Beam Secondary spring directly mounted on side
frame (no L.S. Beam)
10 Coach Load Is Transferred Through bogie body connection to side frame
Through Side Bearer (100%) via sec. Springs.
11 Center Pivot Transfer Traction Pivot assembly on transverse beam and
And Shock Load bracket on dome take traction/ braking, shock
load.
12 Ride Index Transverse=3.5 Transverse=2.75
Vertical=2.5 vertical=2.5
13 Anti roll bar has not been Anti roll bar has been provided to curb the
provided. tendency of roll.

14 Maintenance. Reqd. Very little maintenance. In P.O.H.

1)axle box guide arrangement
2)spherical roller bearing
3)clasp bearing
4)more pin joints
15 Weight Of Bogie=6.2 T Weight Of Bogie=6.3 T
22).Write salient feature of LHB coach?

Ans: The salient features of LHB coaches are:
a. These coaches are longer by 1.7 meters than the ICF coaches and hence more
number of passengers can be accommodated in a given coach. As the length of
the coach is longer the number of coaches required to form a formation is
reduced and hence overall cost of maintenance becomes less.
b. These coaches are fitted with Axle Mounted Disc brakes to have an effective
brake power to stop the train within the emergency braking distance. As the
brake forces are acting on the Discs which are mounted on the Axles, the wear
on the wheel tread caused due to tread brake is eliminated and hence the life of
the wheels are considerably increased.
c. These coaches are fitted with Wheel slide protection device to prevent the
wheel from getting skid. Due to various reasons it is possible for any one of the
wheel to have lesser speed when compared to the other three wheels and in
such a case it releases the air from the brake cylinder of the affected wheel
automatically to prevent the wheels from getting skid
d. These coaches are fitted with Brake accelerator in the Brake pipe to bring BP
pressure to zero during emergency brake application. The brake accelerator
connects the Brake pipe with exhaust during emergency application to facilitate
faster releasing of air from the brake pipe.
e. These coaches are provided with FIAT bogies, which are designed to run at a
speed of 160 KMPH.
f. These coaches are fitted with Controlled discharge Toilet system designed to
discharge the human waste when the speed reaches above 30 KMPH after
completion of 15 flushing. The objective of this toilet system is to keep the
station premises clean and hygienic.
g. These are fitted with tight lock AAR centre buffer coupler with anti-climbing
feature to prevent the climbing of one coach over another in case of accidents.
h. The wheelbase of Bogie is 2560 mm.
i. These coaches are fitted with earthling device to prevent damages to the Roller
bearings.
j. These coaches are fitted with roof mounted AC package units.
k. The following equipments are operated by electronically operated control
system (Computer)
1. Wheel slide protection device.
2. Controlled discharge toilet system.
3. Water pumping device.
4. Roof mounted AC package units
l. The riding index of LHB coach is 2.75 when compared to 3.25 in case of ICF
Coaches
m. The passenger emergency alarms signal devices are provided inside passenger
compartment. This is to avoid operation of PEASD by unauthorized persons
from outside. There is no mechanical linkage like a chain and this handle
directly operates the PEASD valve for venting the brake pipe pressure.

23). Write salient feature of Duranto express coach?

Ans: It is hybrid coach manufactured as per the design of ICF bogie and shell with
features of LHB shell.
a. For the first time non – A.C sleeper coaches are introduced in Non – Stop trains.
b. Construction of shell is similar to that of ICF coach.
c. Instead of CARTON steel, stainless steel is used for construction which resulted
in reduction of tare weight by 2 Tonnes.
d. Length of the coach increased to accommodate more No of passenger coaches.
No of berths in 3 – tire AC (ACCN) - 72 nos.
No of berths in 3 tire Non Ac (SCN) - 78 nos.
e. All the coaches are provided with Auto closing sliding type vestibule door
which will stop spreading of the fire in case of fire accident.
f. All the coaches are provided with CDTS for comfort of passengers.
g. Bogies is similar to ICF all coil bogie excepting that in secondary suspension air
springs is provided instead of coil springs (Bolster springs) for better riding
comfort which resulted in reduction of side index to 2.5 against 3.5 in ICF all
coil bogie.
h. Extra B.P / F.P hose pipes with cut off angle cocks are provided on either ends
of coach so that in case of any defect occurred on air hose the corresponding
angle cocks can be closed and Air hose can be used, thus maintaining the
punctuality.
i. In case of isolation of Air spring even on one bogie / Coach entire train has to
run with a speed not more than 60 KMPH up to destination.
j. Modification for the fitment of Air spring.
a. Bogie frame and suspension: Air spring has been installed in secondary
stage replacing steel coil springs. A fixed lower spring beam (As cradle) to
accommodate the air spring has been provided on bogie bolster. A lateral
hydraulic damper and lateral bump stop have been provided at secondary
stage.
b. Bogie bolster: Provision made for air inlet to air spring. 40 Lt additional
reservoirs connected to each air spring. Duplex check valve is provided.
c. Due to the above modifications BSS hangers, Equalizing stays are removed.
24) Explain working of “Air spring” with neat sketch?

Air spring is a rubber bellow containing pressurized compressed air with an
emergency rubber spring providing various suspension characteristics to maintain a
constant Buffer height irrespective of the loaded condition.
Air spring
1. Air Spring
2. Emergency spring
3. Leveling valve
4. Adjustable screw rod
5. Duplex Valve
6. Main Air Reservoir
7. Auxiliary Reservoir
8. Isolating Cock

Air suspension is a suspension where properties of air are used for cushioning effect
(springiness). Enclosed pressurized air in a pre – defined chamber called air springs, made up of
rubber bellow & emergency rubber spring, provides various suspension characteristics
including damping. Air springs are height – controlled load leveling suspension devices. With
changing loads, air springs react initially by changing the distance between air springs support
and vehicle body. The leveling valve is in turn actuated, either taking the compressed air
pressure to the air spring or releasing air pressure from it to the atmosphere. This process
continuous until the original height is restored. This mechanism ensures a constant floor height
on coaches provided with air springs, irrespective of loads.
25). List out the parts of “Air Spring” and explain their functions briefly?
Ans: The leveling valve is fitted with Top bolster and is designed to move up and down
along with bolster. Under normal condition, it is designed to take LAP position when the
actual buffer height is equal to the required buffer height.
The function of leveling valve is to connect the main reservoir with the air spring to
admit more pressure in to the Air spring, whenever the actual buffer height is less than the
required buffer height due to abnormal increase in the Pay load (Super Dense Crush load).

It also connects the air springs with exhaust to release the excess air from air spring,
whenever the actual buffer height is more than required buffer height due to reduction in the
Pay load after detraining of passengers from the coach
.
Installation lever:
It is fitted between the leveling valve and bottom of the bogie frame. The
function of installation lever is to operate the leveling valve automatically by
moving the handle of the leveling valve up and down according to the condition of
the load. The up and down movement of handle of leveling valve admits the
compressed air in to the Air spring or releases the compressed air from the air
spring through leveling valve in proportion to the pay load of the coach.
Duplex Valve:
It is a double check valve provided between the Air springs of the same bogie .It
operates with a Pressure differential of 1.5 bars. Basically it comprises of two check
valves side by side, arranged so that air can flow in either direction whenever the
air pressure differential exceeds the pre-set value of 1.5 bars. Whenever a burst of
air spring occurs on one side, this valve will ensure that no severe tilt or twist
occurs during movement of the coach.
Both the check valves of Duplex valve remains closed, if the pressure between the
two springs is within 1.5 bars.
When the differential air pressure exceeds the present value, the air at higher
pressure overcomes the spring pressure and flows to the lower pressure via the check
valve. The flow continues till the differential reaches the present value.
In case of burst of Air Spring, the air leaks to atmosphere. Due to high-pressure
differential, the Duplex check valve releases the air from the intact air spring through
burst air spring. Thus complete coach will gradually come down and rest on the
emergency rubber springs.
Auxiliary reservoir: It is fitted with the Air spring. The capacity of this reservoir is 40
Ltrs. There is an orifice kept between air spring and additional reservoir. It acts as
an Air damper to overcome vertical and lateral oscillations so as to increase the
riding comfort.
Main reservoir: The capacity of the main reservoir is 150 ltrs and it is exclusively used for
feeding the compressed air in to the Air Spring.
Emergency spring: The function of emergency spring is to support the top bolster to
prevent tilt of coaches whenever the Air spring burst.

26). What is the procedure to be followed while attaching the coaches fitted with “H” type
CBC with locomotives fitted with “E” type CBC as per JPO?
Ans: As per JPO dated 07-04-2009 the following procedure to be adopted while
attaching the coach fitted with “H” type CBC to Loco fitted with ”E” type CBC.
1. After berthing the CBC rake on platform and before releasing the rake by C&W
staff, the first five coaches to be in brake applied condition.
2. The loco shall be brought to the same line and to be stopped 20 m from first coach
and to move cautiously observing the hand signals.
3. The first coach CBC and Loco CBC should be aligned horizontally so that they are in
gathering range.
4. The nominated supervisors of C&W and Loco supervisor will ensure the following
“Vertical gathering between the two CBCs is to be within the allowed range. If
vertical gathering range is not within limits, the buffer heights of the Loco and
Coach should be checked (i.e. limits 1030mm to 1105mm). if buffer height of SLR is
not within the prescribed limits due to over loading, the over load contents should
be unloaded from SLR in accordance with the extent procedure with the
permission obtained by Dy.SS.”
5. SC Railway will not apply any lubricant on internal coupler parts of CBC. Since the
practice of using lubricant on internal parts is in vogue in electrical and diesel
maintenance points/ loco sheds, thus in case any lubricant/ grease available will be
wiped out by C&W staff before coupling.
6. Then the following procedure to be ensured
 Remove tell tale pin (locking pin) of CBC of Coach intended to be coupled.
 Open the knuckle of the CBC of coach wide open.
 Remove locking pin of loco CBC intended to be coupled.
 Open knuckle of the BC of Loco wide open.
 Align both the CBCs in a line of gathering range.
 Guide the loco pilot through hand signals to precede 2 to 3 KMPH for coupling.
 After coupling is made, ensure proper seating of lock of “H” type CBC by
observing the clear visibility of inverted “V” tell tale sign, yellow color circular
mark on lock lift assembly and position of lock lifter rib is vertical and insert the
telltale pin and lock of loco CBC dropped fully.
 Ask loco pilot to notch and test proper coupling of knuckles.
 Once coupling is ensured provide tell-tale pin in slot and tie with GI wire to
avoid accidental coming out on run. Provide washers on tail piece followed split
pin. The split pin end to be opened up there after.
 The locking pin of loco to be placed in position and to be tied up by GI wire to
prevent any accidental falling out.
 Ask loco pilot notches for checking the proper coupling by pulling apart the
loco. Once it is pulled, C&W staff should insert the shims and fix the restrictor
and ensure proper coupling. The shims should be tied with GI wire by C&W
staff.
 After ensuring proper coupling, the brake of 1 st five coaches should be released
by C&W staff.
Then the loco pilot and guard should ensure the air continuity in presence of TXR for
issue of BPC.
27) What are the different amenity and safety fittings in coaches?
Ans:
The different amenity fittings in a coach are:
Main Door Door handle
Hand rails Latches to close the door
Seat Berth
Berth Chain Window
Window bars Roof ventilator
Coat hook Light and fan

Alarm chain Armrest, tea/snack table

Footsteps to climb to upper berth Back rest with locking provision for the side
berths
Glass and Venetian shutters with lock Provision of securing arrangement below the
provision seat for the luggage
Luggage rack in case of general Washbasin on either ends of the coach with
compartments mirror and mirror stand
Provision of night lamp for sleeper Vestibule with door and fall plate arrangement
and upper class coaches secured with pin
Provision of reading lamp in AC and Provision of Coupe system in First class
First class coaches coaches with door
Curtains for having privacy in AC
class
Provision of 3 Indian style and 1 western style toilet with the following fittings
Door with turnover latch and locking Squatting pan/Commode with commode lid
arrangement and cover
Flushing cock with FO handle, FO Provision of mirror, mirror stand and wash
pipe and fish tail basin
Windows with Frosted glass for light Provision of push cock/ Jason cocks 2 nos
and ventilation
Mugs in the upper class coaches Shower arrangement in first class coaches
Fan and Alarm chain arrangement in Air freshener in upper class coaches
Upper class coaches
The responsibility of a supervisor is to ensure that all the fittings provided for the
use of passengers are to be in correct and good condition. Else, this invites public
complaints.
28). What are the various activities undertaken by Indian railways to improve the condition
of passenger coaching vehicles?
Ans: Indian railways are the largest network under taking transportation of
Passengers and goods. Of late importance is given to the safety and aesthetics of
coaching stock. The various modifications and activities under taken to improve the
condition of Rolling stock are.
 Provision of Air brakes and disc brakes
 Introduction of Composite brake blocks.
 Intensive cleaning of Coaches.
 Attention to Cleanliness on enroute trains.
 Steam cleaning of Pantry cars.
 Periodic Disinfection, Pest control treatment and Rodent control.
 Attention of Zero missing of amenity fitting.
 Provision of shock absorbers in Primary suspension.
 Introduction of CDTS
 Introduction of Air springs
 Introduction of GPS boards

29). List out public complaints pertaining to the C&W branch and what are the remedial
measures to be taken to avoid the complaints?
Sl . Cause Remedial measure

No
1. Non-availability of water in Ensure full watering of all coaches at originating
coaches stations and enroute at nominated watering
stations.
2. Non-cleaning of coach toilets, Ensure intensive cleaning of toilets during PM/SM
wash basins, coach interior. attention and proper interior cleaning of coaches.
Enroute cleaning of toilets to be done at
nominated stations.
3. Existence of cockroaches, Ensure thorough periodic disinfestations of
insects, rats, etc. coaches.
4. Improper condition of berths, Ensure through attention to berths, seats during
seats, snack table, door closers ‘C’ schedule maintenance and PM/SM attention.
etc. Proper attention to be paid to the reclining
mechanism of CZAC coaches, snack tables, door
closures during PM/SM attention.
5. Dirty condition of AC Coach Ensure periodic washing of curtains of AC
curtains. Coaches.
6. Water leakage through Ensure proper ceiling is provided to the window
windows glasses of AC Coaches during the
Replacement in sick line/shops.
7. Soiled Linen Ensure proper washed Linen in sufficient quantity
available in the coach at originating stations.
30) . Explain the classification of goods stock with suitable examples?

Ans: Goods stock is mainly classified according to their shape of the body
1. Open wagons: These are used for transportation of Ores, Granite stones and
some Steel products etc. which are not affected with changes in atmosphere.
Example- BOX, BOXN, BXNR, BOXNHL etc.
2. Covered Wagons: These are used for transportation of food grains, sugar,
cement etc. which would spoil due to changes in atmosphere like rains etc.
Example- BCX, BCN, BCNA, BCNHL etc.
3. Flat Wagons: These are used for transportation of steel consignments
Example- BFR, BRN, BRNA etc
4. Hopper Wagons: These are used for quick and mass transportation of food
grains, coal etc. and transportation and lying of ballast for departmental use.
Example- BOBR, BOBRN & BOBYN
5. Container Wagons: These are used for transportation of containers
Example- BFKI, BLC
6. Tank Wagons: These are used for transportation of liquids and gases like petrol,
k.oil, LPG etc.
Example- BTPN, TP, TK, BTPGLN etc.
7. Well Wagons: These wagons are specially designed for carrying specific items
like boilers, parts of turbines etc.
Example- BWL
8. Brake Van: These are utilized by the guard of the train
Example- BVZC, BVZI.

31). List out POH & ROH periodicity of various goods stock?
Ans:
POH ROH
S.No. WAGON CODE
1st Subs 1st Subs
1 BOXN,BRN 6y 4½y 1½y 1½y
2 BCN, BCNA, BOBR, BOBRN,BCNHL1 6y 6y 2y 2y
3 BTPN 6y 6y 1½y 1½y
4 BTPGLN 4y 4y 2y 2y
5 BOY 3y 3y 1½y 1½y
6 BTALN 4½y 4½y 1½y 1½y
7 BOX, BCX, BRH, BOI, BOM, BTAL 4½y 4½y 1½y 1½y
8 Brake Vans 2y 2y - -
9 Departmental stock 4y 4y - -
10 Domestic containers 1½y 1½y - -
For BOXNHL 1st POH-6 years and Subsequent POH – 4.5 years
1st ROH – 24 months, Subsequent ROH of 1st POH cycle – 24
months and ROH of subsequent POH cycle – 18 months
32) List out different types of CASNUB bogies with salient features?
Ans: The different types of CASNUB Bogies are: -
CASNUB 22W W – Wide jaw
CASNUB 22W (Retro) R – Retrofitted
M – Modified
CASNUB 22W (M) N – Narrow jaw
CASNUB 22NL L – Light weight
CASNUB 22NLB B – Bharat & co
CASNUB 22NLM M – Mukund & co
CASNUB 22HS HS – High Speed.
These bogies are now used in – BOXN, BCN, BCNA, BRN, BTPN, BOBR, BOBRN,
BOBY, BOBYN, BFKN, BLC, etc.,
Bogie construction: -
The bogie comprise of two cast steel side frames and a floating Bolster. The bolster
is supported on the side frames through two nests of springs. This also provides a friction
damping proportional to load. Fabricated mild steel spring plank connects the side frame
to maintain the bogie square. This bogie is fitted with tapered cartridge roller bearing
axles.
Salient features: -
Axle load : 20.3 t however all bogies except CASNUB 22hs now upgraded to
22.9t
Wheel base : 2000±5 mm
Wheel diameter : New - 1000 mm & 956 mm only for CASNUB 22WR
Condemning – 906mm for all types
Type of axle bearing : Standard AAR Tapered Cartridge roller Bearing (CTRB)
Distance between journal centers – 2260 mm
Distance between side bearers – 1474 mm
Type of side bearer – Roller type (clearance type) – Fitted on CASNUB 22W
-- CCMBR Pads – Fitted on CASNUB 22WR CASNUB 22W (M),
22NL, 22NLB, 22NLM Trolleys.
--Spring loaded – Fitted on CASNUB22 HS
-- All the above side bearers are removed and P.U (Poly Urethane) pads
are to be fitted during POH / ROH
Type of centre pivot –IRS Type – Fitted on CASNUB 22W Trolleys.

Spherical type – Fitted on CASNUB 22 W (M), 22NL, 22NLB,

22NLM & 22 HS Bogies.
Flat pivot provided on CASNUB 22HS fitted to BCNHL, BOXNHL,
BLC
Type of brake beam - Unit type fabricated brake Fitted on CASNUB22W
beam Supported and guided in 22NL, 22NLB, 22NLM &
the brake Beam pocket 22HS Bogies.
Unit type cast steel brake beam
suspended by hangers from Fitted on 22W (M)
side frame brackets.
Suspension – Long travel helical springs comprising Inner, Outer and snubber springs.
33). Explain ROH procedure of BOXN wagons?

Ans:
ROH OF BOXN WAGONS: -
PERIODICITY: - 18 MONTHS for BOXN WAGONS
24 MONTHS for BCN WAGONS
ROH PROCEDURE: -
I. DISMANTLING
Collect and note down PRO particulars of BOX N/BCN wagon to be attended for
ROH
1. Take initial readings such as Coupler height from Rail level and note down
other defects.
2. Disconnect bogie brake rigging to under frame and under frame brake gears.
3. Lift the body, run out the bogies and keep the body on trestles.
4. Strip the bogie components and insert assembly pins (12mm and 250 mm long)
to retain friction shoes (Snubber wedges)
5. Raise the bolster to connect top members of side frame and remove all the
outer, inner and snubber springs.
6. Remove the assembly pins and lower wedge blocks to take them out.
7. Lower the bolster to rest on the spring flank.
8. Examine bogie spring plank for cracks and check side frame alignment by
trammeling Gauge as follows: -
Wheel base – 2000 ± 5 mm
Journal centre – 2260 ±5 mm
Diagonal distance of Trolley frame – 3018 ±5 mm.
9. Take out side frame keys and adopter retaining bolts.
10. Lift side frame and spring plank assembly and release the adopters and wheel
sets.
11. Slide Bolster to one side to check up the column liner plates, slope liner, Land
surface, Anti rotating lugs and Bolster column with prescribed gauges and use
suitable thickness Sims.
12. Check up for wear on pedestal jaw and Adopters.
13. Check up wear on Wedge.
14. Check centre pivot for cracks and wear.
ASSEMBLING OF BOGIE COMPONENTS:
1) Replace all worn out pins and bushes.
2) Replace new brake blocks.
3) Reassemble the coil springs in nest after pairing that is in one nest the variation
of free height of the springs not more than 3 mm. mixing up of new and old
springs should be avoided.

4) Check the wheel profile. If required replace the wheels with ultrasonically
tested wheels.
5) Check up the side bearer rubber pads and Elastomeric rubber pads for cracks
and free height, if necessary replace with new one.
6) Lower the body on the bogie after sprinkling Graphite powder in the centre
pivot.
7) Check the CBC heights if necessary keep the (CBC) Buffer height pickings in
between Adopter and Elastomeric pads.
8) Lubricate all the pins.
9) Replace all the worn out brake gear pins and use over hauled SAB and adjust A
and E dimensions and tack weld the anchor pin.
‘A ' dimension must be 70 + 2 /-0 mm.
'E ' dimension must be 555 mm to 575 mm.
10)Check the CBC operating handle for any defect and free of operation.
11)Check the Draft gear, Yoke, CBC shank, Knuckles for wear and cracks if
necessary replace by new ones.
12)Check hand brakes and doors for easy movement.
13)Check up Empty/Load gear arrangement and paint Yellow and Black
respectively for easy identification and set the empty tie rod check nuts
correctly if required.
14)Provide side frame keys.
15)Clean the Dirt collectors and Brake cylinder strainers.
16)Change the defective Air hose assembly.
17)Examine and lubricate Cut off angle cocks and change if required.
18)Examine and attend leakages of all pipes and joints.
19)Carry out the Single wagon test for proper functioning of Air brake system.
20) Carry out the medications recommended by RDSO and other authorities
Touch up paint for sole bar and stencil station and date.
34). What are the modifications to be carried out on wagon stock during ROH?
Ans:
1. The striker casting wearing plate is modified and secured by means of bolts and
nuts with the striker casting to prevent working out of wearing plates on run.
2. A stopper is welded at an angle of 20º with the vertical on the air hose carrier
suspension bracket, to prevent the excessive displacement of air hose carrier on
run. This modification prevents damages to the air hoses.
3. Metallic bushes are used in the brake rigging instead of nylon bushes, to
prevent frequent replacement of bushes.
4. Bulb cotters are used instead of split cotters.
5. Worn wheel profile is adopted for the RB wheels.
6. Truss beams are strengthened near brake heads by welding three numbers of
MS strips to the length of 215 mm to prevent the truss beams from getting
crack near the brake heads.
7. Bogie push rods are provided with safety straps on either ends to prevent the
dropping of truss beams on run, whenever the pins are working out. A bolt is
fitted with the floating lever to keep the bogie push rod in position, in case the
pin fails.
8. Load empty horizontal lever support bracket is strengthened at the joint with
the body by welding gusset plates at the joint.
9. An anti rotation lug is welded between the sleeve nut and screw rod of empty
tie rod to prevent the tampering of empty tie rod.

10. Control rod diameter of SAB is increased from 28 mm to 32 mm, to prevent the
control rod from getting bent.
11. An additional support bracket is given for supporting the SAB pull rod to
prevent malfunctioning of SAB enroute.
12. The centre pivots are secured by means of rivets, to prevent the trolleys from
getting shifted.
13. Quick couplings are used in the brake vans, to facilitate easy fitment and
removal of pressure gauges.
14. For Casnub 22 W retrofitted bogie, the centre pivot bottom is cut by 5 mm at
the top of the projected portion, to prevent the jamming of pivots.
15. 8mm strips are to be welded on either side hand brake wheel spindle 150mm
away from sole bar to avoid accidental working out of hand brake wheel from
its position when the sleeve and its riveting is defective.
35). How many types of couplers are available on Indian Railways? Give their limits of
heights?
Ans: The different types of couplers and their usage are,
S.No Type of coupling Usage
1. Screw coupling
IRS Type 4-Wheeler wagons
Enhanced coupling All Coaching stock
2. Centre Buffer Coupler
AAR type NHT 8 Wheeler goods stock
Vacuum braked stock
AAR type HT 8 Wheeler goods stock Air
braked stock
Alliance II type 4 Wheeler goods stock
3. Automatic buffer Coupler MG stock
4. Sckahu Coupler DEMU / EMU
5. AAR Modified LHB coaches
6. Slack free Coupler BLC Wagons
36).What is the buffer height? Write the standard heights for BG stock?
Ans: The distance between Rails to Center Line of the Buffer is called Buffer
Height.
Standard Buffer heights:
Main line coaches.
Empty / Maximum: 1105 mm
Empty / Minimum: 1090 mm
Loaded / Minimum: 1030 mm
ICF/JESSOP DMU, EMU, MEMU, Motor coaches.
JESSOP EMU TRAILER COACHES
For BLC Wagons
BLCA: Max – 1105mm (On one side), 845 (Other side)
BLCB: 845 both sides.

37).What are the design features and construction of CBC and name the part of CBC
assembly?
Ans: Centre Buffer Coupler & Draft Gear
Indian Railway uses AAR type centre buffer couplers having E-type head
and F-type shank for freight stock on board gauge system. These couplers are
generally as per requirements of AAR specifications M-201, M-205 and M-211.
The draft capacity of the AAR coupler depends on the strength of knuckle,
which is weakest in the assembly. The yield strength of knuckle of material AAR M-
201 grade ‘C’ & grade ‘E’ is 132t and 180t respectively.
Advantages of AAR Centre Buffer Coupler
 Coupler and buffing gear are both located together at the centre of the wagon.
 Centre buffer coupler is identical at either end of the wagon and hence wagon
direction is immaterial.
 Coupling action between wagons is automatic.
 With transition arrangement, coupling with screw coupling is possible.
Parts of Centre Buffer Coupler Assembly
a. Coupler body
b. Knuckle
c. Knuckle pivot pin with washer
d. Lock
e. Knuckle thrower
f. Toggle
g. Universal locks lift lever connector
h. Lock lift lever hook
i. Lock lift rivet
j. Lock lift lever rivet
k. Top lifter lever rivet
l. Yoke pin
m. Yoke
n. Yoke pin support
o. Striker casting
p. Sticker casting war please
q. Shank wear plate
r. Yoke support plate
s. Draft gear arrangement with front follower
t. Safety bracket gear arrangement
u. Uncoupling gear arrangement
v. Back stop
w. Clevis for transition type coupler only
x. Screw coupling for transition type coupler only
y. Clevis pin for transition type coupler only
38).What is Anti Creep Mechanism? Explain the procedure to check Anti creep mechanism
in CBC of goods stock?
Ans: Anti Creep Mechanism:
This is an inbuilt mechanism provided for all the CBCs’ to prevent automatic Lifting
of lock on run in order to prevent train parting.
The Anti-creep mechanism in AAR coupler is provided between the Toggle and the
coupler body. It is in the form of ledge on the toggle and in the form of lug in the
coupler Body.
Whenever the lock gets lifted, it also lifts the lock lift assembly along with it. As the
toggle moves up vertically, its anti-creep ledge, which is just below the Anti-creep lug

of the coupler body hits against this anti-creep lug, thereby prevents the further lifting
of lock.
The procedure for checking anti creep mechanism:
a. Close the knuckle.

b. Insert a bar between the lock and the knuckle tail shelf and lift the lock
upwards and at the same time push the lug rearward by inserting a screw
driver between the coupler body and the front of the lock hole.
c. If the lock can be raised enough to permit the opening of the knuckle, the anti-
creep mechanism is defective.
d. Replace the lock lift assembly. (Toggle, Lock lift lever and Lock lift lever hook).
e. Check again.
f. Even after replacing the above, if the lock can be raised, the Anti-creep
mechanism is found defective due to excessive wear on the lug of the coupler
body.
g. In such a case, replace the coupler body.
39). How many types of bearings are there? Name the parts of tapered roller bearing?
Ans: There are 3 types of bearings:
1. CTRB (Cartridge tapered roller bearing) is used in BOXN and BCN.
2. Cylindrical Roller Bearing: is used for BOXN
3. Spherical Roller Bearing: is used for ICF coaches.
The parts of tapered roller bearing are:
1) Outer Race 2) Inner Race 3) Rollers 4) Grease seal 5) Seal
6) Spacer 7) Backing Ring 8) End Cap 9) Cap Screw 10) Cage
11) Locking plate 12) Wear rings.
40). What is axle? How many types of axles are available in IR? List out parts and axle
defects?
Ans: Axle is a shaft made out of forging with a special contour to fix wheel disc and
roller bearings on either side. It is a very important component in safe running of
train.
The different types of axles used in Indian railways are:
i. 13T Axles used on BG non ac coaches.
ii. 16.25T Axles used on BG AC coaches.
iii. 20.3 T Axles used on BG DHMU/EMU motor car and BG UIC wagons.
iv. 16.3T BG four wheeler wagons
v. 22.9T Axles used on BG CASNUB bogies.
Parts of axle:
1. Journal
2. Shoulder
3. Wheel seat
4. Axle centre
Different Axle defects are:
1. Bent Axle.
2. Grooved / Notched Axle.
3. Loose Axle.
4. Dent marks on the Axle.

41). What is Empty/Load box? Explain its working?

Ans: It is a mechanical device, which enables to provide two different leverage ratios to
the brake rigging of the wagon for the empty and the loaded conditions
The braking force required to stop a train within the permissible stopping distance
depends on the load of the train.
 As the load increases more brake power is required, and as the load decreases
less brake power is required to stop the train.
 So the brake power should be increased or decreased according to the
requirement by changing the brake leverage ratio. To enable this, the ‘EMPTY-
LOAD BOX’ device is provided on wagons, in between the brake cylinder and
the brake blocks in the brake rigging.
 The position of the change over lever of the ELBOX is to be set to ensure correct
brake power according to the gross weight, as given below.
Less than 42.5 tonnes – in empty position
42.5 tonnes &above - in loaded position
Brake Rigging:-
 The LOAD-EMPTY device consists of two horizontal levers (one live and the
dead) which are connected by means of empty and load tie rods.
 When the handle is kept in empty position, the empty tie rod is connected with
the system and in turn provides low leverage ratio, thereby gives lesser brake
force.
 When the handle is kept in load position, the load tie rod is connected with the
system and in turn provides high leverage ratio, there by gives higher brake
force as required.
42). What is SAB? How many types of SABs available in rolling stock?
Ans: SAB Stands for SVENSKA AKTIE BOLAGOT BROMS Regulator. This is a mechanical
device provided in the brake rigging, forms part of the pull rod, for the automatic
adjustment of the clearance between the brake blocks and wheels/ slack in the brake
rigging. This automatically operates to shorten or lengthen the length of the pull rod,
to adjust the excess or less slack in the brake rigging or break block clearance.
This helps to maintain the clearance between the brake block and the wheels to a
pre-determined constant value always, thereby maintaining the piston stroke of the

brake cylinder constant. This, in turn, always maintains constant brake power for the
wagon or coach on the run.
There are three types of SABs
a. DRV 450 (Used on Coaching Stock) – Now not in use
b. DRV 600 (Used on Air Brake goods stock)
c. DRV 750 (Used on BCNHL / BOXN HL Wagons)
“D” Means “Double Acting”
“R” Means “Rapid”
“V” Means “Verificative”
450 600 / 750 indicate capacity to lengthen / shorten the SAB pull rod.
43). What is control “A” dimension and explain its significance?

Ans:
 This is the distance between the slack adjuster barrel and the control rod head,
measured when the brake is in fully released condition.
 This is called as ‘Control Dimension’, because this is the pre-determined dimension,
according to which the slack adjuster pays-out /takes-up the slack in the brake
rigging.
 This dimension is constant once set it will not change in service due to wear and
tear of brake blocks / Wheels.
 This dimension determines the correct piston stroke of the cylinder.
 The dimensions of different rolling stock are as follows.
The control rods ‘A’ dimension for Different Rolling stock are given below:
a) Coaching stock Coaching Stock 16+ 2/ -0mm for 13 T Bogie stock

22+ 2/ -0 mm for 16.25 T bogie stock
b) Goods Stock Goods So Goods Stock 50 mm for VB Stock
70 mm for Air brake stock
27 m for BOBRN
44). What is control “E” dimension and explain its significance?
Ans: This is the distance between the end of the protective sleeve of the screw and the
grooved mark on the screw rod when the screw rod is in fully released. This indicates
the total capacity of the slack adjuster available for the adjustment of the brake
rigging clearance. This dimension will be on follows.
375 ± 25 mm for coaching stock, 555 to 575 mm for goods stock,
560 ±25mm for BCNHL wagons.
This dimension will decrease as wear takes place on brake blocks, wheels, brake
gear pins and bushes due to brake applications. This will be the maximum when
 All Brake blocks are new,
 All the brake gear pins and buses are new,
 All the wheels are at maximum diameter, or
As the ‘e’ dimension decreases and reaches to the minimum due to the wear on the
wheel tread, which cannot be made up (worn out brake blocks, brake gear pins and
bushes can be replaced with new ones), manual adjustment shall be done according to
the worn out wheel diameter, on the adjusting link of the bogie. This will ensure that
sufficient capacity of ‘e’ dimension will be again made available for subsequent
adjustments.
Significance:
SAB “E” Dimension indicates maximum take up of slackness in brake rigging by the
SAB.

45).What are the different types of tools and plants used by TXR during train examination?
Ans:
DIFFERENT TYPES OF DIFFERENT TYPES OF
TOOLS PLANTS
1. Hammer 1. Air Compressor
2. Tommy Bar 2. Rake Test Rig.
3. Pin Punch. 3. Single Car Test Rig.
4. Chisel 4. Car washing plant.
5. Pipe Wrench 5. Dry and Wet Vacuum
6. Different sizes of Spanners Cleaner.
7. Different type of gauges: 6. Steam cleaning jet.
a. Gauge for Buffer Height 7. Stair Cleaner.
b. Checking gauge for Bent Link Screw Coupling 8. High pressure Static Jet.
c. Flat gauge for Draw Hook & Draw Bar 9. High Pressure Cold
d. Checking gauge for SAB 'A' Dimension for Water Jet.
13T Bogie (NONAC) 10. Welding Machine.
e. Checking gauge for SAB 'A' Dimension for 16.25T
Bogie (AC)
f. Wheel Flange Thickness gauge
g. Tyre Defect Gauge
h. Wheel distance Gauge
i. Wheel dia measuring gauge (caliper)
46).What is the important Rolling stock registers to be maintained by a TXR?

Ans: The following documents are to be maintained by TXR -
RS1  Overall sick detention register
RS2  Repacking register
RS3  Oiling register
RS4  Vacuum brake maintenance registers
RS5  Vacuum register for incoming train
RS6  Brake power certificate
RS7  Train examiner diary
RS8  Register for hot box
RS9  Wheel registers
RS10  Sending to shops of coaching and wagon stock
RS11  Register of damage and deficiencies of rake
RS12  Register of wagons tested for leaking.
RS13  Register of fire extinguishers
RS14  Register of portable telephone in brake van
RS.15  Register of train examiner book (DVR)
RS.16  Sick memo book
RS-17  Fit memo book
RS.18  Report of damages caused by theft, mischief etc.
RS.19  Register of coaching treated with section code
RS.20  Tank wagon register
RS.21  sick label register
RS.22  Damage/deficiencies noted label
RS.23  Abstract of repacking and oiling of boxes
RS.24  Application for CME for condemning of rolling stock
RS.36  Rolling stock laid up and waiting for materials
RS.61  Theft of mechanical fittings of coaching stock

RS.65  Accident train parting register

RS.68  Label damage not to go
RS.69  Details of rake maintenance
RS.70  Hotbox report
RS.71  Coach Maintenance history card
RS.72  Trip schedule card
RS.73  “B” schedules card
RS.74  “A” schedule card etc.
47).What are CC+8+2? What are the modifications to be done to enhance CC+8+2?
Ans: CC+8+2: It indicates the increase in loading capacity of a wagon above the
normal Carrying Capacity stenciled on it (i.e. Carrying capacity +8 Tones +2 Tones).
For example CC of BOXN wagon is 58 tones enhanced to 58+8+2=68 tones. Similarly
for BCNA wagon CC is 57 tones enhanced to 57+8+2 tones.
The existing BOXN and BCN wagons are provided with suspension system designed
for 20.3t axle load i.e. each axle can carry a load of 20.3t and 4 wheels can carry
20.3X4=81.2t which is equal to gross weight of BCN & BOXN wagons.
The spring arrangement for 22.9t and 20.3t axle load is given in the table for all
types of CASNUB bogies except CASNUB 22HS which already consists of 7 outer
springs.
BOGIES Axle load
SPRINGS
22.9 T 20.3T 1
OUTER - A 7 6
CASNUB 22W,WR, WM, NL,
INNER - B 5 4
NLM, NLB
SNUBBER - C 2 2
For CASNUB 22HS the spring arrangement is

Axle load Outer Inner Snubber
20.3t 7 6 2
22.9t 7 7 2

48).Define Accident and Classify accidents?

Ans: Accident is any occurrence which affects or may affect the safety of railways, its
engine, rolling stock, permanent way, works, passengers, servants or other or which
interferes with the normal working of railway is termed as an accident.
Accidents are classified as under.
1) “A” Class - Collisions.
2) “B” Class - Fire on trains.
3) “C” Class - Train running into road traffic.
4) “D” class - Derailments.
5) “E” Class - Other train and trolley accidents.
6) “F” Class - averted collisions.
7) “G” class - breach of block rules.
8) “H” Class - Train passing signal at danger.
9) “J” Class - Failure of engine or rolling stock.
10)“K” Class - Failure of permanent way.
11)“L” Class - Failure of electrical equipment.
12)“M” Class - Failure of S&T equipment.
13)“N” Class - Train wrecking.
14)“P” Class - Causalities like cattle run over etc..,
15)“Q” Class - unusual incidents like murder, suicide etc..,.
16)“R” Class - miscellaneous.
Accidents take place due to one factor or combination of factor listed below:
1. Defects in Rolling stock.
2. Defects in permanent way.
3. Operational failure.
4. Excessive speed.
5. Obstruction on track.
6. Defects in signal and interlock.
7. Irregular, excessive or uneven loading.
8. Sabotage by Miscreants.
9. Natural calamity.
10. Human failure.
49). What are the siren codes for Brake down specials and what are their dispatch times?
Ans: Siren codes during accident alert.
Siren code Description
2 Long When an accident occurs in loco shed or traffic yard
3 Long When an accident occurs at out station but main line is
clear
3 Long & 1 short When an accident occurs at out station main line is clear
and ART to be turned out with medical van(ARMV)
4 Long When accident occurs at out station, main line blocked
and ART to be turned out without medical van.
4 Long & 1 short When accident occurs at out station, main line blocked
and ART to be turned out with medical van.
 Duration of long hooter shall be 30seconds and that of short is 5 seconds.
 Dispatch times of ART and ARMV.
 ART should start in 30 minutes during day and 45 minutes during night from the
time of reception of information.
 ARMV should start within 15 minutes during day and night for direct dispatch and
20 minutes for indirect dispatch from the time of reception of information.
 ARMV can be moved by utilizing any train engine of any scheduled train available
at that time.

50).What are the duties of a C&W Technicians at the site of the accident?
Ans: Mechanical /BD staff
 Proceed to the site of Accident. Assist in evacuating passengers, if any, trapped in
coaches involved in accident.
 Record the details regarding brake power and other aspects of the rolling stock as per
prescribed pro-forma.
 Take measurements of the rolling stock as per the prescribed pro-forma/procedure.
 Check the fattiness of the stocks which are supposed to move from the accident site
and certify their fitness.
 Ensure that locos / coaches / wagons re-railed are in a fit condition to be taken from
the accident site.
 Plan for efficient movement of BD Special, engine, tower wagon etc., between site and
station for quicker restoration.
 Ensure that the log / diary regarding restoration at the accident site is maintained
properly.
51).What is train parting? Reasons and remedies?

A train after starting its journey from a station and during run parts in two or more
causing stalling of the train and blocking of the line is called Train parting.
Reasons:
 Defective CBC and its components.
 Poor engineman ship of the driver.
 Improper marshalling/ shunting by operating staff.
 Act of miscreants.
Remedies:
 CBC must be checked with all prescribed gauges during ROH and sick line
attention.
 The knuckle should be tested with knuckle stretch and nose wear gauge.
 The CBC should be checked with sick line contour wear limit gauge for guard
arm expansion.
 The anti creep arrangement should be checked invariably during every sick
line/ROH inspection.
 The draft gear pocket should be checked for loose/dead draft gear.
 Any surface cracks on knuckle and CBC body should be detected by dye
penetrate test during ROH.
 Shank wear, wear on sticker casting, drooped buffers should be checked for.
 Repeated failures of particular make of knuckle should be watched for.
 h. Provision of modified operating lever to avoid hitting of high level platform.
 Drivers should be given learning in engine and train dynamics and adequate
learning of the route by LI.
 Driver should allow adequate release time for different type of stock to ensure
full release of the brakes.
 Driver should not resort to injudicious application of brakes.
 After completion of shunting, the shunting staff should pull and push the
formation for two wagon length and ensure coupling of all wagons.
 A minimum gap of 19 mm between CBC body bottom and center of the toggle
rivet should be ensured for proper locking.
 Cases of miscreant’s intervention to be reported to RPF from time to time.

52) Define Hot Box and what are the causes for hot box and what are the common defects in
R.B.?
Ans: Hot Box: Every journal which runs warm necessitating a vehicle, wagon or brake
van being detached from a train from the commencement of its journey to its booked
destination inclusive should be considered a hot box
Causes for Hot Box:
 In sufficient quantity of grease
 Excessive Grease
 Contaminated grease
 Improper cleaning during POH
 Dust/Water ingress
 Usage of improper tool for tightening end cap studs
 Over loading or Uneven loading
Common defects in RB
 Inner race cracked
 Outer race cracked
 Rollers out of alignment
 Rollers worn out and radial clearance
 Rollers loaded or unloaded i.e. taking or not taking load.
 Cage worked out or cracked
 Taper with drawl sleeve defects.
 End locking arrangements getting slack and working out
 Front cover or tear cover binding
 Grease oozing
 Examine the grease for de-colorization or contaminated with water or metal
particles.
53).Explain briefly about WCA?

Ans: Workmen Compensation Act was introduced in the year 1923.
It provides for payment of compensation to workers in case of accidents involving
injuries to them or to their dependents in case of death. The act also provides for a
machinery to deal with claims of the workers. It contains four schedules.
Schedule – I: Indicates the percentage loss of earning capacity of work men for various
types of injuries.
Schedule – II: It indicates list of persons who are included in the category of workmen.
Schedule – III: It indicates list of occupational diseases i.e.., diseases arises out of day to
day work.
Schedule – IV: relevant factors for working out lumpsum equivalent of compensation
amount in case of permanent disablement and death.
According to this act compensation is payable when the accident causing death /
injury arose “out of and in course of employment”. In case of injury it must cause a
disablement for a period of at least 3 days. In case of temporary disablement the employee
is entitled for half monthly payment and in case of permanent disablement or death to a
lumpsum amount on the basis of workmen’s monthly wagons.
In the following conditions compensation is not payable.
I. The workman was under the influence of drug / drink.
II. Willful disobedience of the orders or disregard of rules made for safety of
worker.
III. Willful removal or disregard of any safety guard or device.
However these conditions are not applicable in case of death of workman.

54). Explain General Leave Rules and list out the types of leaves available for railway
servants?
Ans: General Leave Rules:
 Employee as a matter of right cannot claim leave.
 The right to grant or refuge leaves lies with the authority competent to sanction.
 The leave usually commence on the day charge is handed over and ends on the day
charge taken over.
 Leave sanctioning authority cannot alter the kind of leave due and applied for
except at the return request of the employee.
 Leave already availed may be converted to another kind of leave on employees
request but not after retirement.
 Leave cannot be sanctioned for more than more five years.
 Combination of holidays proceeding in or in continuation of leave is permitted in
case of medical certificate of sickness.
 The employee is not permitted to take up any employment during the leave period.
Kinds of leave:
 Casual Leave: 8 days in a year. Those who are not availing gazitted holidays may
get 10days.
 Leave on Average pay: earned @30 days / year, Maximum earning limited to 300
days
 Leave on Half Average pay: earned @ 20 days/Year, No limit of maximum
earning.
 Commuted Leave: Leave on Half average pay can be commuted to leave on
Average Pay on return request of the employee.
 Leave No Due: When no other leave is due, competent authority can sanction this
for a period of 90 days at a time for one time in entire service.
 Special Casual Leave: It is granted on special occasions specified by the competent
authority.
 Maternity Leave: It is sanctioned to female railway employee with less than two
surviving children for a period of 180 days for confinement and 45 days during
entire service for Abortion / Miscarriage.
 Paternity Leave: It is sanctioned to male railway employees with less than two
surviving children for a period of 15 days, to be availed within 135 days from the
date of confinement.
 Hospital Leave (IOD): it is granted for Group “C” and “D” staff for illness or injury
directly due to risk incurred in course of duty.
 Extraordinary Leave: it is granted when no other leave is due or when the
employee applies for it. No leave salary is given in this.
 Study Leave: This is granted for higher studies in subjects having direct bearing on
one’s duties up to a period of 12 months at a time and 24 months in entire career.
 Child Care leave: Women employee having minor children may be granted child
care leave by competent authority for a period of two years (i.e., 730 days) during
their entire service for taking care up to two children below 18 years.
55).What are different kinds if passes available?

Ans:
 Duty Pass: This pass issued to Railway Employees in order to facilitate the
performance of duty and is generally issued when an employee has to travel
from one station to another either to carry out his transfer or in connection
with some other official work.
 Widow pass: This pass is issued to the widow of the Railway Employees.

 Residential Card pass: This pass is issued to a Railway Servant for performing
Rail Journey from the place of residence to the place of his work.
 Special Pass: This pass is issued to Railway Servants, Family member /
Dependent relatives in the following cases.
- Medical Grounds.
- Sports account
- For attending children camp or scout camps.
- Cultural Functions.
- On any other occasions which the ministry of Railway or Railway
Administration deems fit.
 Post retirement Complimentary pass: This pass is issued to a Railway Servant
after retirement.
- Gazetted Officers (20 – 25 Years of service) 02 Sets per year.
- Gazetted Officers (Over 25 Years of service) 03 Sets per year.
- Group “C” staff (20 – 25 Years of service) 01 set per year.
- Group “C” staff (Over 25 Years of service) 02 sets per year.
- Group “D” staff (over 20 Years of service) 01 set per year.
 School Pass: Passes for journey of student son / daughter or admissible in
addition to privilege pass when the child studies in a school away from
employees Head Quarters.
 Privilege Pass: This pass is issued to the Railway Employee as a privilege to
travel on the Railway with or without their families.
56).What are the documents coming under section 3(3) of OL act, which are to be issued in
Hindi, English bilingual form?
Ans:
The following documents are to in bilingual form as per OL act.
1) Resolution
2) General orders, memorandum, circulars etc.
3) Rules
4) Notifications
5) Administrative and other reports
6) Press communiqués
7) Contracts, agreements etc.
8) Licenses and permits
9) Tender notices and tender forms
10) Papers to be laid before a house or both the Houses of Parliament.
11) Reservation charts.
57). What are D&A rules? To whom it is applicable? And list out the penalties imposed
according to D&A Rules?
Ans: D&A Rules this is called as The Railway servants (Discipline and Appeal) Rules –
1968. These are issued by President of India under Article – 309 of constitution of
India.
These rules are applicable to all railway Servants except
1. Any member of all India services.
2. Any member of Railway Protection Force.
3. Any person in casual employment.
4. Any person excluded specially by the president of India.
The penalties provided in this act are of two types.
1. Minor penalties:
a. Censure.

b. With holding of promotion for a specified period.

c. Recovery from the pay of the whole or part of any loss caused by the employee
to the Railway Administration by negligence.
d. With holding of Privilege passes or PTO or both.
e. Reduction to a lower stage in the time scale of pay by one stage for a period not
exceeding three years without cumulative effect.
f. With holding of increment s for a specified period with or without effecting the
future increments.
2.Major Penalties
a. Reduction to a lower stage in time scale for a specified period with or without
effecting of future increments.
b. Reduction to a lower time scale of pay, Grade, Post or service with or with out
directions regarding condition of restoration to the previous grade / post.
c. Compulsory retirement.
d. Removal from service which shall not be a disqualification for future
employment under Government or Railway Administration.
e. Dismissal from service which shall be a disqualification for future employment
under Government or Railway Administration.
58). List out the procedure in brief for imposing Minor penalties?
Ans: Procedure for imposing Minor Penalties.
1) An Issue a charge sheet on standard form-11 (S.F.11) .duly indicating the
charges and violation of service conduct rules.
2) Explanation time given to employee is 7 days.
3) The employee should accept the charge sheet.
4) Consideration of the explanation.
5) If necessary departmental enquiry will be conducted.
6) Imposition of punishment, if he is found guilty.
59).Write the procedure for imposing Major penalties?

Ans: Procedure for imposing Major Penalty
a) Issue of charge sheet on SF-5 duly indicating the charges and violation of
service conduct rules.
b) Explanation time given to an employee is 10 days.
c) Consideration of employee’s explanation.
d) Nomination of enquiry Officer and ordering for enquiry.
e) The employee will be informed regarding the enquiry and Enquiry officer.
f) The employee will be asked to submit list of witnesses and papers to be
examined on behalf of the employee.
g) Appointment of defense counsel if necessary by the employee.
h) Fixing the date of enquiry.
i) Any alteration in the enquiry date must be informed.
j) Enquiry will not be completed within one day or within one sitting.
k) Submission of enquiry report to the disciplinary authority.
l) Imposition of the punishment by the competent authority.
m) Communication of the penalty to the employee.

60).What is Air brake system? List out the parts of “Air brake system”?
Ans: The brake system in which compressed air is used in the brake cylinder for the
application of brake is called air brake.
Sl. Description Twin pipe system Single pipe system
No U/F MOUNTED BMBS GOODS STOCK
1. Brake pipe 01 01 01
2. Feed pipe 01 01 -
3. Cut off angle cocks 04 04 02
4. Brake cylinders 02 04 01
5. Distributor valve 01 01 01
6. Auxiliary reservoir 02 (100 litres) 01(200 01(100 litres)
Capacity litres)
7. Isolating cock 05 05 00
8. Centrifugal dirt collector 02 02 01
9. Check valve(NRV) 01 01 -
10. Air hoses 04 04 02
11. Palm ends 04 04 02
12. Control Reservoir 01 01 01
61).Classify Air brake system? What type of system is used on Indian Railways explain?
Ans: There are two types of air brakes namely:
 Direct release (Mainly used on American Rail Road)
 Graduated Release (Used on Indian Railways)
Direct release system: In direct release system the brake cylinder pressure cannot
be reduced in steps by increasing the brake pipe pressure in steps during release. The
brakes are released immediately, as soon as releasing of brake is initiated.
Brake pipe pressure in Brake cylinder pressure in
Kg/cm 2 Kg/cm2
3.5 3.8
3.8 0
4.0 0
4.2 0
4.5 0
5.0 0
Graduated release system: In this system the brake cylinder pressure can be
reduced gradually in steps in proportion to the increase in brake pipe pressure.
Brake pipe pressure in Brake cylinder pressure in
Kg/cm 2 Kg/cm2
3.5 3.8
3.8 3.0
4.0 2.5
4.2 2.0
4.5 1.25
5.0 0
There are two types of graduated release air brakes
 1) Single pipe air brake system 2)Twin pipe air brake system.
Single pipe system: There is only one pipe called brake pipe running from loco to
the brake van in order to get continuity of air for the application and release of brakes.
Twin pipe system: In addition to the brake pipe, there is one more pipe called feed
pipe, running from loco to the brake van to charge the auxiliary reservoir continuously to
6 Kg/cm2.

62).Explain working of Twin pipe gradate release air brake system with neat sketch?
Ans: Under normal conditions the Brake pipe is charged with 5 kg/cm2 from the Loco.
The control reservoir is charged with 5 Kg/CM2 from B.P and the Auxiliary reservoir is
charged with 6 kg/cm2 through F.P
When the brake pipe is 5 kg/cm2, the brake cylinder is connected to exhaust
through distributor valve in order to keep the brakes in released position fully. Whenever
the brake pipe pressure is reduced below the CR pressure, the DV connects the auxiliary
reservoir with the brake cylinder and the air from AR is sent into the brake cylinder to
apply the brake. Whenever the brake pipe pressure is equal to CR pressure, the DV
disconnects the BC from AR, and in turn connects the BC with Exhaust for the release of
brakes fully.
63).What are the advantages of air brake system?

Ans: The advantages of Air brake over Vacuum brake are:
1. Uniform brake power is possible throughout the train in air brake, but it is not
possible in case of vacuum brake, since the pressure drop at the rear of the train is
up to 20%.
2. The propagation rate of compressed air is 260 m/sec to 280 m/sec. when
compared to 60 to 80 m/sec. in the case of vacuum brake.
3. The Air brakes have potentiality to run trains longer than 600 metres length.
4. The air brake trains have potentiality to run heavier trains than 4500 tons.
5. Shorter braking distance
6. Suitable for higher altitudes.
7. Compact and Easy to maintain.
8. Consumption of spare parts is very less
9. Simple brake rigging.
10. Quicker application and release, so better punctuality can be achieved.
11. Better utilisation of rolling stock since less maintenance and pre departure detention.

64).Explain BMBS (Twin Pipe) for Freight Stock with neat Sketch?
DESCRIPTION OF BMBS
The Bogie Mounted Brake system (BMBS) equipment (Given in figure-1) consists of a
transversely mounted pneumatic Brake Cylinder with a self-contained, double acting slack
adjuster, two brake beams, two bell crank levers and interconnecting push rods. The hand
brake arrangement is available as a mechanical model with two flexible handbrake cables.
The pneumatic Brake Cylinder is 10" in diameter for application with high friction brake
shoe (K type) on casnub type bogies. The system consists of a unique design with two
pneumatic Brake Cylinder (one per bogie) to deliver reliable braking performance and is
light in weight. It fits into CASNUB bogie and uses 58 mm thick brake shoes.
Brake cylinder contains an integral double acting slack adjuster, which provides
optimal braking force and minimizes shoe & wheel wear. The design is with high strength
and minimal brake beam deflection.
WORKING OF BMBS :-
During application, the air is introduced into the brake cylinder, which forces out the
piston along the ram assembly. The brake cylinder is floating in nature, as result the brake
cylinder extends equally on both the sides. This extension of brake cylinder causes the
rotation of the bell crank levers on their pivot (which is on primary brake beam) and
forces the push rod to move towards the secondary beam. This movement causes the
secondary brake beam to move towards the wheels and apply force on the wheels.
Simultaneously a reaction force is developed which causes the primary brake beam (along
with levers and brake cylinder) to move towards the wheels. The primary brake beam
continues to move until it touches the wheels and apply force on the wheels.
When the brakes are released, the air from the brake cylinder is exhausted to the
atmosphere through the Distributor valve. The return spring inside the brake cylinder
pushes the piston along with the ram assembly back to its original position. The bell crank
levers rotate back, causing the beams to move back to their earlier positions. The brake
cylinder is equipped with a double acting slack adjuster. If there is any wear (Brake
Shoe/Wheel) or any slackness in the structure, it will be automatically compensated by
the built in slack adjuster which pays out to fill the gap.

65). During intensive examination of wagons at yard what are the items to be checked in case
of bogie mounted brake system?
Ans: MAINTENANCE IN OPEN LINE
1. BOGIE RIGGING; BRAKE BEAMS, BELL CRANKS LEVERS & PUSH RODS
a) Check all the pin joints for any missing parts (pins, split pins, spring dowel, etc), if
missing, provide the same.
b) Check the components for missing or any physical damage, if found replace them.
c) Check that the APD is provided on all the pins and on the EL-60 valve.
d) Check that the all hoses are properly tightened and are not threatened to be damaged
by axle or wheel. If so properly clamped them.
2. BRAKE CYLINDER
a) Check for any physical damage of components.
b) Check that the piston indicator is fully in.
c) In case of brake cylinder with hand brake cables, the cables are not entangled or
resting / touching the axle.
3. APM DEVICE (EL -60)
a) Check for any physical damage to the valve.
b) Check that the indicator in during the release.
c) Clean the Indicator.
d) Check the tightness of the lock nuts on sensor arm lever, if found loose, tighten them
and also verify the Gap as specified.
e) Check that the valve's sensing arm is moving freely.
4. HAND BRAKE RIGGING
a) Check all the pin joints for any missing parts (pins, split pins, spring dowel, etc), if
missing, provide the same.
b) Check the components for missing or any physical damage, if found replace them.
66).List out the difference between single pipe and twin pipe air brake systems?
Ans:
WAGON COACH
1 Single pipe air brake system 1 Twin pipe air brake system
2 Only one brake cylinder available 2 Two or four brake cylinders available
3 Brake application time is more 80-30 sec 3 Brake application time is less 3-5 sec
4 Brake releasing time is more 40-60 sec 4 Brake releasing time is less 15-20 sec
5 No of cut off angle cocks two in wagon 5 No of cut off angle cocks Four in
Coaches
6 Auxiliary reservoir cap is 100 ltrs 6 Auxiliary reservoir cap is 200 ltrs
7 No isolation cocks not available 7 Isolation cocks are available
8 Pipe line diameter is 32 mm 8 Pipe line diameter is 25 mm
9 Load/Empty device available to control piston 9 No Load/Empty device
stroke.
10 Bye-passing is not possible. 10 Bye-passing is possible.
67). Explain the functions of Distributor valve?

Ans: The functions of Distributor valves are,
1. It connects AR with BC during Brake application.
2. It connects BC with Exhaust during brake release.
3. It charges AR to 5 Kg/Cm2 from BP during charging.
4. It disconnects the AR from BP during brake application.
5. It charges the CR to 5 Kg/Cm2 from BP during charging.
6. It disconnects the CR from BP during brake application.

7. It admits a maximum pressure of 3.8 Kg/Cm 2 during emergency as well as full

service application.
8. It admits the air from AR into BC in steps gradually, in proportion to the
reduction in the Brake pipe pressure to facilitate graduated brake application.
9. It releases the air from BC in steps gradually, in proportion to the increase in
the brake pipe pressure to facilitate graduated brake release.
10. It reduces the BP pressure further by 0.4 Kg/Cm 2 in addition to the brake pipe
pressure reduced by the driver from the loco to accelerate the brake application
particularly during minimum reduction.
11. It admits air from AR into BC to a pressure of 0.8 Kg/Cm 2 immediately during
brake application to overcome the resistance offered by the brake rigging.
12. It applies the brake during sensitivity range, when the brake pipe pressure is
reduced at the rate of 0.6 Kg/Cm2 in 6 seconds.
13. It does not apply the brake during insensitivity range when the brake pipe
pressure is reduced at the rate of 0.3 Kg/Cm2 in 60 seconds.
14. It releases the air from CR, AR and BC during manual release.
15. It isolates the brake system of the Rolling Stock whenever necessary.
16. It should not over charge CR when BP pressure exceeds 5.1 Kg/Cm2 for a
period of 10 seconds.
68) List out various subassemblies of C3W & EK distributor valves with their functions?
Ans: The various sub assemblies and their functions of C3W & EK DV
ESCORT DV C3W DV
NAME OF SUB FUNCTION NAME OF SUB
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY
1)THREE  It connects AR with BC during 1) MAIN VALVE
PRESSURE application
VALVE  It connects BC with Exhaust during
release
 It admits BC pressure in steps when
the BP pressure reduced in steps to
facilitate gradual application.
 It releases air pressure from BC
pressure in steps when the BP
pressure increased in steps to
facilitate gradual release.
2)‘A’ To charge CR while charging and isolates 2) CUT OFF VALVE
CONTROLLER during application.
3)‘U’ To reduce the BP pressure further by 3) QUICK SERVIE
CONTROLLER 0.4 kg/cm2 in addition to the BP pressure VALVE
reduced by the Driver.
4) ‘R’CHARGER To charge the AR while charging and 4)AR CHECK VALVE
prevents back flow of air from AR while
application.
5) MIN.PRESSURE To admit BC pressure to 0.8 kg/cm2
LIMITER 5)IN SHORT VALVE
6) MAX. To admit BC pressure to max of 3.8
PRESSURE kg/cm2
LIMITER
7) QUICK For manual release of brakes 6)DOUBLE RELEASE
RELEASE Release CR pressure only in ESCORT DV VALVE
VALVE &
Release CR pressure in first pull and in

second pull AR pressure also will release
in C3W DV
8)ISOLATING To isolate DV in case of malfunctioning 7)ISOLATING
VALVE VALVE
69) What is BMBC in Coaching stock ? Explain its working?

Ans: BMBC is the means Bogie Mounted Brake Cylinders which are provided with an in-
built slack adjuster to maintain a constant brake block clearance automatically. It is a
single acting slack adjuster by which the clearance between wheel and brake block can be
decreased automatically by increasing the effective length of piston rod whenever the
piston stroke exceeds 32mm due to wear on the brake block and the wheel. During
return stroke, the adjusting movement takes place.
If the clearance between wheel and the brake blocks is less due to any reason, it
does not bring the required clearance automatically.
The main parts of the Bogie Mounted Brake Cylinders are:

Adjusting Screw with ratchet, Adjusting tube, Rocker arm, Plunger pin, Roller plate,
Pawl housing ring, Pawl, Piston, Ternion body, Front Cover, Piston return spring, Cross
head, Latch, Resetting plate, Pawl spring, Plunger spring
70).What are the advantages of BMBC over conventional under frame mounted brake
systems?
Ans: In order to overcome the problems faced due to the breakages and malfunctioning of
SAB enroute, and also due to the frequent breakages and replacement of Cast Iron break
block, a new system called Bogie Mounted Brake System is introduced. In this system, the
SAB’s are eliminated by providing the cylinders directly mounted on the bogie frames it,
and the High friction composite K type brake blocks minimises the frequent replacement
and breakages of brake blocks.
The main purpose of providing the High friction composite brake block is to
overcome the deficiency in brake power in the Bogie mounted system.
Advantages of BMBC

1. External slack adjusters are eliminated.

2. High friction composite “K” type brake blocks are used, whose life is increased
by 5 to 6 times than that of cast iron brake blocks.
3. It has an in-built slack adjuster by which the effective length of the piston rod
can be increased by 305mm automatically; whenever the piston stroke exceeds
32mm due to wear on the brake blocks and the wheel.
4. Totally 4 Nos. of 8” size brake cylinders (2 per bogie) are used in place of two
Nos. of 14” cylinders in standard body mounted air brake system.
5. The cylinders are mounted between central longitudinal members connecting
the bogie transom and the head-stock on either side.
6. Unusual noise emitted by the anti-vibration bracket in case of SAB, on run is
completely eliminated.
7. It is provided with less No. of brake fittings, therefore easy to maintain.
8. The forces acting on the levers and truss beams is only 40% when compared to
100% in under frame mounted system, therefore the wear on the brake gear
components are less, and hence the frequent replacements of these components
are minimised.
9. As the forces acting on the Truss beam is only 1 tonne, when compared to 3.2
tonnes in the under frame stock, 13 tonnes capacity truss beams are sufficient.
71).Explain the procedure of conducting air brake test with SCTR?

Ans: SINGLE CAR TEST PROCEDURE: -
Single car test is performed on a single coach/wagon to ensure proper functioning
of Air brake system.
Single car test is performed - During IOH and whenever DV and other air brake
components are replaced.
The different tests performed during single car test of a coach:-
Test 1: Leakage Test
Test 2: Brake Application and Release Test.
Test 3: Sensitivity and Insensitivity Test.
Test 4: Graduated Application and Release Test.
Test 5: Emergency Brake Application Test.
Test 6: Passenger Emergency Valve Test.
Test 7: Guard’s Emergency valve Test
Note: Test 6 is not applicable to goods stock.
Before testing the coach/wagon, pressure gauges are to be fixed to BC, CR, AR
&Rear air hoses BP, FP
1) Leakage test of BP and FP: -
 Charge the system fully – BP to 5 kg/cm2& FP to 6 kg/cm2
 Stabilize the pressure for 3 minutes.
 Close BP and FP cocks
 Watch the drop in pressure for 3 minutes.
 The leakage rate in FP and BP should not be more than 0.2 kg/cm 2 in one
minute.
(0.1 kg/cm2 in one minute for goods stock)
2) Brake application and release test: -
 Charge the system fully.
 Apply brakes to full application position by drivers brake valve that is
reducing BP pressure by 1.5 kg/cm2.
 Observe the BC pressure. – The BC pressure should be 0 to 3.6 kg/cm2 in 3 to 5
seconds (18 to 30 seconds for goods stock.)
 Max. BC pressure should be 3.8 kg/cm2.

 Check the BC piston stroke and the piston stroke should be within the limits,
and brake blocks in binding the wheels.
 For (BMBC) bogie mounted cylinder coaches—28 to 32 mm
 For under frame mounted cylinder coaches – 75 to 95
 For under frame mounted cylinder modified coaches – 50 to70 mm
 For goods stock on Wagon in Empty- 75 to 95 mm
Wagon on Load – 120 to 140 mm.
 Release the brakes by drivers brake valve by charging BP pressure to 5
kg/cm2
 Observe the BC pressure – The BC pressure should drop from 3.8 kg/cm2 to 0.4
kg/cm2 in 15 to 20 seconds. (45 to 60 seconds for goods stock.)
 The BC piston stroke should reach to initial position and brakes should get
released fully.
 Check ‘A’ dimension and it should be
For non AC coaches—16 +2/-0 mm
For AC coaches – 22 +2/-0 mm
For goods stock – 70 +2/-0 mm.
3) Sensitivity and insensitivity test: -
 Close the BP cock and open the Sensitivity cock.
 Wait for 6 seconds this will reduce BP pressure by 0.6 kg/cm2.
 Observe the BC – The brakes should be in applied condition.
 Charge the system fully
 Close the BP cock and open the Insensitivity cock.
 Wait for 60 seconds this will reduce BP pressure by 0.3 kg/cm2.
 Observe the BC – The brakes should not be in applied condition
4) Gradual application and release test: -
 Reduce the BP pressure in steps through drivers brake valve (A9)
 Observe the BC pressure – The BC pressure should increase in steps.
Example: - BP Pressure BC Pressure
5 kg/cm2 0
4.5 1.25 kg/cm2
4.3 2
4.1 2.5
3.9 3
3.7 3.5
3.5 3.8
 Increase the BP pressure in steps through A9 valve.
 Observe the BC pressure – The BC pressure should decrease in steps.
Example: - BP Pressure BC Pressure
3.5 kg/cm2 3.8 kg/cm2
3.7 3.5
3.9 3
4.1 2.5
4.3 2
4.5 1.25
5 0
5) Emergency brake application and release test: -

 Close the BP cock and open emergency cock.

 Observe the BC pressure – The pressure should be Maximum of 3.8 kg/cm2.

 Wait for 5 minutes and observe the leakage in the BC. The leakage should not be
more than 0.1 kg/cm2 in 5 minutes.
 Pull the manual release handle for a short time (about 10 seconds)
 Check the BC and CR pressures they should become 0 and BC get fully released.
6) Passenger emergency valve test (PEV test): -
 Pull the alarm chain from inside the coach of extreme end.
 BP pressure from PEV choke should exhaust by hissing sound and brake should
apply.
 Reset the alarm signal disk with the help of resetting key on PEASD.
 Hissing sound should stop and brakes should get released.
7) Guards emergency valve test (GEV test): -
 Operate the guard’s valve handle.
 Observe BP pressure should exhaust from Guards valve by hissing sound and
brakes should apply.
Reset the handle and observe hissing sound should stop and brakes should get released.
72). Explain the procedure of conducting rake test with RTR?

Ans: Formation testing with RTR: - (Rake test rig)
1) Leakage test of BP and FP: -
 Charge the system fully – BP to 5 kg/cm2
FP to 6 kg/cm2
 Stabilize the pressure for 3 minutes.
 Close BP and FP cocks
 Watch the drop in pressure for 3 minutes.
 The leakage rate in FP and BP should not be more than 0.2 kg/cm2 in one
minute.
2) Brake application and release test: -

 Apply brakes to full application position by drivers brake valve that is
reducing BP pressure by 1.5 kg/cm2.
 Observe the all BC’s of formation.
 Max. BC pressure should be 3.8 kg/cm2.
 Note piston strokes of all coaches and should be within limits and brake blocks
are binding on wheels. The piston stroke should be –
 For (BMBC) bogie mounted cylinder coaches— 32 mm
 For under frame mounted cylinder coaches – 85 +10 mm
 For under frame mounted cylinder modified coaches – 65+ 05mm
 For goods stock on Wagon in Empty- 85 + 10 mm
in Load – 130 + 10 mm.
 Release the brakes by drivers brake valve charging the BP pressure to 5
kg/cm2
 Observe the all BC’s pistons.
 The BC pistons should reach to initial position and brakes should get released
fully.
 Check ‘A’ dimension and it should be
For non AC coaches —16 +2/-0 mm
For AC coaches – 22 +2/-0 mm
For goods stock – 70 +2/-0 mm.

3) Passenger emergency valve test (PEV test): -

 Pull the alarm chain from inside the coach of extreme end.
 BP pressure from PEAV choke should exhaust by hissing sound and brake
should apply.
 Reset the alarm signal disk with the help of resetting key on PEASD.
 Hissing sound should stop and brakes should get released
4) Guards emergency valve test (GEV test): -
 Operate the guard emergency valve handle.
 Observe BP pressure should exhaust from Guards valve by hissing sound and
brakes should apply.
 Reset the handle and observe hissing sound should stop and brakes should get
released.
73). What is air continuity test? When it is to be conducted explain with procedure?
Ans: Air continuity test is conducted in order to ensure availability of compressed air
form locomotive to the last vehicle for proper functioning of brakes.
It is conducted on the following situations:
1) At originating station on platform/yard while issuing fresh BPC in presence of
TXR.
2) At enroute by driver and guard whenever there is
1) Reversal / Change of locomotive
2) One or more vehicles attached/detached from / to the formation
3) After formation is made good at loading / unloading points
4) After any attention paid on brake system of rolling stock by closing any of
the cut off angle cocks for any reason
Procedure of conducting Air Continuity Test:
 Then driver should bring the A9 valve to release position to increase the BP
pressure to 5 Kg/Cm2 guard should ensure BP pressure of 4.8 Kg/Cm 2 in the gauge
Driver must charge BP and FP to 5 Kg/Cm 2 and 6 Kg/Cm2 respectively. At the same
time guard of the train must confirm the availability of BP and FP pressures to a
minimum level of 4.8 Kg/Cm2 and 5.8 Kg/Cm2 respectively.
 Then the driver should reduce the BP pressure to 3.5 Kg/Cm 2 by moving the A9
valve to full service application position and guard should ensure the
corresponding in BP pressure by 1.5 Kg/Cm 2 in BP gauge of SLR and brakes should
apply in this condition.
 And brakes should release in this condition.
 Then the guard should keep open the GEV for one minute continuously to exhaust
the BP pressure and driver should ensure over shooting/deflection of Air Flow
Indicator along with audio-visual sounds.
 If brake is not the last vehicle then the BP cut off angle cock of the rearmost vehicle
for one minute instead of GEV and, follows the above procedure.
 After closing the GEV/Angle cock driver must ensure recharging of BP within
normal time.
 Then issue the fresh BPC/ Endorse the BPC.
74). Explain the procedure to check Loco efficiency in case of air trouble?
Ans: The following are the brakes provided in the Diesel/Electrical locos
 A9 automatic brake: with the application of A9 brake valve, formation and
conjunctional brakes will come.

 SA9 independent brake: With the application of SA9 brake valve, loco-brakes
only will come.
 Hand brake: During securing the loco, by application of the hand brake, one
brake cylinder will comes in to action and applies three brake blocks.
 Dynamic brake: it is an electrical brake. By application of DB, traction motors
will work as generator and train speed will be controlled.
S. Angle cock 7.5mm leak
Type of LOCO Dummy Disc 8mm dia
No. closed adapter
Air brake system
1 580mm 530mm 5 Kg/cm2 4 Kg/cm2
(dual brake)
Pure air brake
2 --- --- 5 Kg/cm2 4.8 Kg/cm2
system IRAB-I
 Place the automatic loco pilot’s brake valve handle in ‘emergency’ position and
start the engine/s for building air pressure.
 Allow the main reservoir pressure to build upto 10+0.1 kg/cm 2. Close the
engine cock for the brake pipe and couple 7.5mm dia leak whole special test
coupling.
 Move the automatic brake valve handle from ‘emergency’ to release’ position to
charge brake pipe to 5 kg/cm2
 Open the angle cock of the brake pipe where leak whole plate has been
provided. Note the pressure in the brake pipe gauge in the cap which should not
fall below 4.8 kg/cm2 for pure air brake locos and 4 kg/cm 2 pressure for dual
brake locos in 20 to 25 seconds.
Note: (a) If the locomotive fails to satisfy these test results, it should be considered
defective.
(b) All locos leaving shed should have the test results entered in the log book/engine
repair book with date and time of testing under the supervisor’s signature.
Whenever there is a dispute, loc inspector and TXR should jointly check the
locomotive.
75).What is PEASD & PEAV? Explain briefly?

Ans: The passenger emergency alarm system consists of two main parts.
1. Passenger emergency alarm valve (PEAV)
2. Passenger emergency alarm signal device (PEASD)
The passenger emergency alarm valve consists of a spring loaded hollow piston
fitted with a check valve at the bottom. It has also got a control chamber at the bottom of
the piston and a brake pipe chamber at the top of the piston. A 8mm diameter exhaust
port is provided at the bottom of the valve to release the air from main brake pipe. The
brake pipe chamber available at the top of the piston is connected with the PEASD through
branch pipes.

The PEASD consists of a pilot valve which can be operated by pulling the chain by
the passenger. It is also provided with two numbers of exhaust ports to facilitate the
removal of air from the top of the piston (Brake pipe chamber) by pulling the chain.
WORKING
During charging or normal running the control chamber as well as brake pipe
chamber is charged with 5 Kg/Cm2 through the restricted passage from the main brake
pipe. The air which is available at the brake pipe chamber at the top of the piston is also
made available at the top of the pilot valve of PEASD. During charging the spring loaded
check valve closes the passage between main brake pipe and the exhaust of PEAV. (Ref.
fig)
When the chain is pulled by the passenger, the pilot valve in PEASD is lifted first.
The air from brake pipe chamber of PEAV is then released through the exhaust ports of
PEASD and in turn brings the pressure at the top of the piston to zero immediately. Due to
the existence of control pressure at the bottom of the piston, the hollow piston gets lifted,
which in turn connects the main brake pipe with the exhaust to deplete the air from main
brake pipe to initiate brake application.
76) Why it is compulsory to release manually all the brakes of all the vehicles whenever there
is a reversal or change of locomotive is there?
Ans: Whenever locomotive is detached from the formation to attach it in reverse
direction B.P pressure will become “ZERO” in the formation and all the brakes are applied
in the formation due to the presence of CR pressure .The CR pressure will be 5.0 KG/CM2
in front of the formation and 4.8 Kg/CM2 in rear of the formation which is equal to B.P
before detaching. Now after attaching the same loco previous rear portion will become
front portion with CR pressure of 4.8 Kg/Cm2 and the previous front portion will become
rear portion with CR pressure of 5.0 Kg/Cm2. Now B.P is created up to 5.0Kg/Cm2 in the
loco and charges the formation with 5.0 Kg/CM2 in the front portion and 4.8 Kg/CM2 in
rear portion. But in the rear portion CR pressure is already with 5.0 Kg/Cm2 which cannot
be reduced automatically to 4.8 Kg/Cm2. This difference of 0.2 Kg/Cm2 between B.P and
C.R will not allow the brakes to release by activating the three pressure valve. To release
the brakes the existing C.R has to be released from the D.V which is possible only with
manual release.
When locomotive is changed in the same direction all the brakes are to release
manually because all the locos cannot create air pressure exactly equal to each other. This
will happen because of difference in gauge calibrations, gauge working and measuring
errors. Sometimes one loco may create little more/less pressure when compared to other
loco. When loco is changed and if that loco is creating lesser pressure than the previous
loco due to the above reasons it cannot release the brakes automatically by creating B.P
pressure which will be less than the previously existing CR pressure.
77).What is poor brake power? What are the repercussions for poor brake power?
Ans: Poor brake power: When brakes are applied to control/stop the train but the train
will not under control / stop as required by the loco pilot of the train due to non
application of brakes. This phenomenon is called poor brake power.
Repercussions of poor brake power:
 Poor brake power can cause serious disasters.
 Train may pass signal at danger (SPAD)
 Train may stop out of platform causing inconvenience to passengers
 Train can’t be controlled properly while passing through gradients. It may roll
back in up gradient and move faster in down gradient.
 Poor brake power is very dangerous as it will lead to serious accidents
involving heavy causalities.

Causes of poor brake power

1) No air continuity in brake pipe up to last vehicle due to cut off angle cock in
closed position in between formation.
2) Less air levels in Engine and brake van.
3) Inoperative pistons.
4) Brake gear defects.
5) Isolation of DVs in excess than the permitted.
6) When wagon is loaded Empty Load box handle kept in Empty position.
7) Incorrect fitment of “L” type brake block on coach with Bogie mounted brake
cylinder.
Preventive measures of poor brake power:-
1) Formation all cut off angle cocks to be kept open except last wagon/coach last
cut off angle cock and Engines front one.
2) Arrest all leakages to maintain air levels in Engine and Break van.
3) All Distributor valve Isolation handles to be kept in open position. And all Brake
cylinders should be in working condition.
4) Brake adjustment to be made according to wheel diameters at palm end or
adjusting link.
5) Empty Load devise handles to be kept according to its Load and Empty
positions.
6) Ensure correct brake power requirements as per laid down norms
1. All coaching trains – 100%
2. CC rakes – 100%
3. Premium rakes – 095%
4. End to End rakes – AB – 090%
VB – 085%
7) Ensure proper working of Load Sensing Device in BOBRN, BOBYN etc.,
78). What is brake binding? What are the repercussions for brake binding, Explain causes
and remedies for brake binding?
Ans: The phenomenon of adhesion of brake blocks to the wheel thread even after B.P
pressure increased to 5.0 Kg/CM2 by the driver through A – 9 valves, and causes the
wheel to slide on the rail table instead of rotating freely is called Brake Binding.
Repercussions of brake binding:
 It damages wheels and bearings.
 It gives discomfort to the passengers.
 It leads to failure of roller bearing.
 It leads to detention to the trains.
 It may lead to detachment of rolling stock in enroute.
 It may lead to train parting.
 It leads to high power / fuel consumption.
 It may leads to damages to track.
Causes of brake binding:-
1. Local application of brakes – If the leakage of Air pressure on formation is of
0.4 kg/cm2 or more local application of brakes will take place.
2. On multiple Engine operation - If different pressures maintained by the two
locos
3. Leakage through Engine brake pipe while on run.
4. Leakages through air brake components like dirt collector, PEAS, GEV, AR,
COAC or B.P/F.P air hoses, main pipes.
5. Brake cylinder piston jam.
6. Hand brake in on position.

7. S.A.B Defects.
8. Brake beam bent.
9. Empty Load devise handle kept in load position when wagon is Empty.
10. When CR pressure is more than B.P – Occurs when loco is reversed or changed.
Remedies to prevent Brake Binding:
1. Conduct rake test with RTR in pit line and Yard.
2. Ensure no leakages are present.
3. Check the working of brake cylinder and piston stroke for proper functioning.
4. Check all isolating cocks are working properly.
5. Ensure no accumulation of muck on D.V exhaust port.
6. Ensure all cut off angle cocks are in open condition except the rear most.
7. Release all the brake blocks manually by venting out CR pressure of all coaches
/ wagons during checking.
8. Overhaul the dirt collectors during “A” schedule.
9. Clean and apply grease for PEASD during “B” schedule.
10. Ensure correct fitment and correct type of brake blocks while replacing.
11. Ensure proper working of Hand brake.
12. Ensure proper working of DV with SCTR before releasing from Sick Line / ROH
/ IOH.
13. Ensure Air continuity while issuing BPC and when ever coach / wagon is
attached / detached on to the formation.
14. Ensure to release brakes manually when ever coach / wagon attached to the
formation.
15. Do release all the wagons / coaches brakes manually when ever locomotive is
reversed / changed and banker engine is attached.
79). Explain the procedure to attend brake binding at enroute on a coach?

Ans: Procedure for isolation of DV in case of brake binding enroute on a coach:
 Identify the coach affected with brake binding.
 Pull the manual release/quick release valve.
 Observe whether brakes are released or not by shaking the brake blocks.
 If released close all the isolating cocks and keep DV handle in horizontal
position and allow the train to run.
 If not released
 Close isolating cocks between BP& DV, FP & AR and keep DV handle in
isolation position.
 Drain out air from AR.
 If brakes are released
 Close the isolating cock between DV and BCs and allow the train to start.
 If not released continue the following operations till brakes are released.
 Drain out BC by opening the drain plug in case of UMBC
 Cut/remove the flexible pipe to drain the air from BC in case of BMBC
 If brakes released allow the train to start.
 If not released disconnect the brake rigging by removing brake gear pin.
 Secure the brake rigging and allow the train to start.

80).Explain how to bye – pass a coach affected with leakage in BP main pipe?
Ans: When there is leakage in FP main pipe the train can be run with single pipe
system by closing the FP angle cock of the Locomotive. In case if BP main pipe is
leaking the above process is not possible because train can’t work without BP. In that
situation the particulars coach effected with leakage in BP main pipe has to be Bye-
passed so that BP pressure shall not enter in to that coach. For that the following
procedure is to be followed.
 Isolate the brake system of the effected coach as per procedure of attending
brake binding.
 Close the FP angle cock of loco on formation side.
 Close all the cut off angle cocks of the effected coach and those of the either side
coaches.
 Remove both the FP & BP air hoses by using suitable spanner from the angle
cocks of the effected coach.
 Refit the BP air hoses into the FP angle cocks of the effected coach.
 Now connect the BP palm ends of the either side coaches with BP palm ends of
the effected coach fitted in the FP angle cock.
 Open BP cut off angle cocks of the unaffected coaches and FP angle cocks of the
effected coach and allow the air to flow and observe for any leakages.
 Ensure the air continuity as per the procedure and endorse the BPC
 Allow the train to work with single pipe system.
81).How to calculate % brake power?
Ans: Let,
Total No. of cylinders on vehicle = N
Total No. of not working cylinders (IOC, DY, TP) = n
Total No. of working cylinders = N1 = (N – n)
No. of working cylinders
% brake power 𝑋100
Total No. of cylinders
% B.P= N-n/N x 100= % Brake power
82).A brake cylinder of diameter 35.5 Cm is charged with 3.8 kg/cm2 what is the force
available at the piston?
Brake force available on piston:-
Diameter of cylinder = 35.5 Cm. (14”)
Area of piston = D2 / 4
= 35.52 / 4
= 990 Cm2
Brake Cylinder pressure = 3.8 Kg/cm2
Force available on the piston = BC pressure Area of piston
= 3.8  990
= 3762 Kg.
83).How tank wagons are classified? What are the various main parts of tank wagons?
Ans: Tank wagons form a special class of non-pooled rolling stock. They are classified
according to the product carried by the tank and its design as follows:
a. Tanks as pressure vessels
b. Tanks for corrosive liquids
c. Tanks for petrol and other highly inflammable products
d. Tanks for middle distillates of petroleum and others products.
Main parts of the tank wagon are
1) Under frame 2) Saddle 3) Barrel 4) Barrel mountings and safety fittings.

84).Write salient features of BCNHL wagons?

Ans:
1. These wagons are ,made out of Stainless steel with specification to IRSM-44
2. Because of usage of Stainless Steel Tare weight of the wagon reduced to 20.8T
3. Carrying Capacity of the wagon enhanced to 70.8T due to which earning per
wagon will increase.
4. These wagons are provided with CASNUB22HS Bogies with flat pivot with Axle
load of 22.9T.
5. Max. Wheel Diameter 1000mm that of minimum 906mm.
6. These wagons are provided with “K”-Type high friction Brake blocks due to
which Brake force requirement at wheel tread is reduced. This ensures
increased life of Brake rigging & less maintenance.
7. These wagons are provided with 300mm Diameter Brake Cylinder to ensure
less Brake force on Brake rigging.
8. These wagons are provided with IRSA-DRV750 type SAB with “e”- dimension
560±25mm. And “A”-dimension 70± 2mm
9. The total Brake force available at 8 Brake Blocks in Empty condition is 8.7T &
Loaded condition 19T.
10. Capacity of Auxiliary Reservoir 75 Ltrs.
11. These wagons are provided with Twin pipe Air Brake system.
12. Side body, End body and roof are made with 2.5mm thick IRSM-44 sheet.
13. For the construction of Body Huck Bolting system is used instead of riveting
which will give the effect of Bolting & riveting at a time.
14. These are provided with E/F type High capacity CBC & MK_325, F-325G, SL-76
type Draft gears.
15. When compared to BCNA/BCNAHS the length of BCNHL wagon reduced
considerably so that 58 BCNHL wagons can be accommodate in a standard
Rake.
85).Compare BCNHL with BCNA wagons?

Ans:
Sl.No. Parameters BCNHL BCNA
1 Tare weight in Tones 20.8T 24.6T
2 Pay Load in Tones(CC) 70.8T 56.7T
3 Grass Weight in Tones 91.6T 81.3T
4 Axle Load 22.9T 20.3/22.9
5 Length over Buffers 10963mm 14450mm
6 Over all weight 3450mm 3200mm
7 Over all height 4305mm 4017mm
No. of wagons per 42
8 58wagons
Rake wagons
ISMC-
9 Material specification IRS-M44
2062
10 Size of Brake Cylinder 300mm 355mm
IRSA- IRSA-
11 Type of SAB
DRV750 DRV-600
12 Type of Centre Pivot Flat Spherical
13 Type of Brake Block “K”-Type “L”- Type
14 Length of Control Rod 1405mm 1255mm
15 Capacity of AR 75Ltrs 100Ltrs.

86).What is ODC and what are the classes available in ODC explain?
Ans: Over Dimensional Consignments (ODC) or Infringing Standard Moving Dimensions
(ISMD)
From Rail level to top centre = More than 4115 mm
From Rail level top sides = 3505 mm; width = 3200 mm
There are three classes of ODCs.
1. ‘A’ Class ODC.
2. ‘B’ Class ODC.
3. ‘C’ Class ODC.
‘A’ Class ODC:
Clearance between fixed structure and load = 9” and above. Can be moved day and
night. No speed restriction without TXR Staff Escort.
B Class ODC:
The clearance between fixed structure and load is in between 6”-9” (150mm and
above) should be moved in day light only. Speed 32 kmph. TXR staff escort required.
‘C’ Class ODC:
Clearance between fixed structure and load is in between 3”-6” (below 150 mm)
should be moved in day light only. Speed 25 kmph. PWI, CWI, TI & RE staff escort
required.
The precautions to be taken for the movement of an I.S.M.D.are
Load is measured or measurements are received from the Station Master.
 Find out whether the load is infringing or not. If infringing find out the
infringement.
 Make out a sketch showing the load on the wagon. Mark the various dimensions
and the infringements.
 Address a letter to S.M. with-copy to COM., asking. S.M. to obtain the necessary
sanction for loading.
 COM. intimates the sanction.
 On receipt of the sanction, loading is done.
 Instructions in the sanction letter with regard to type of wagon, various
dimensions of the load, packing and lashing should be strictly followed.
After the loading and lashing are over, the load is measured if the
measurements are as per the sanction letter, a fit memo is issued to S.M. with copy
to COM. if the measurements exceed the sanctioned measurements, a fresh
sanction should be moved from its loading station.
87).What are category of stores and define imprest stores?

Ans: Category of stores:
1.Stocked items. 2) None stocked items.
Further stocked and non stocked items are classified as:

1. Consumables. 2. Imprest stores. 3. Special stores. 4. Emergency stores
5. Excess stores. 6. Custody stores 7. Surplus stores.
Imprest stores: The materials whether stocked items or non stocked items kept in
Running sheds, Train examination stations etc.., not for specific work but as a standing
advance for the purpose meeting day to day requirements for repairs, maintenance and
operation of rolling stock including consumable stores such as cotton waste, oils and
grease are termed as imprest stores so long as they are under control of executive units.
The quantity requirement of imprest items to be kept in stations will be approved by the
competent authority not less than HOD basing on the previous three years consumption.

88).How many zones are there in Indian Railway? Write their names with headquarters and
date of establishment?
Ans: RAILWAY ZONES IN INDIAN RAILWAYS: -
S.No NAME OF THE ZONE CODE HEAD QUARTERS FORMED ON
1 Southern Railway SR Chennai 04.04.1951
2 Central Railway CR Mumbai 05.11.1951
3 Western Railway WR Mumbai 05.11.1951
4 Northern Railway NR New Delhi 05.11.1951
5 Eastern Railway ER Kolkata 14.04.1952
6 North Eastern Railway NER Gorakhpur 14.04.1952
7 South Eastern Railway SER Kolkata 01.08.1955
8 North East Frontier NFR Malegaon 15.01.1958
Railway
9 South Central Railway SCR Secunderabad 02.10.1966
NEW ZONES
10 East Central Railway ECR Hazipur 01.10.2002

11 West Central Railway WCR Jabalpur 01.10.2002
12 East Cost Railway ECoR Bhubaneswar 01.04.2003
13 North Central Railway NCR Allahabad 01.04.2003
14 North Western Railway NWR Jaipur 01.04.2003
15 South East Central Railway SECR Bilaspur 01.04.2003
16 South Western Railway SWR Hubli (Karnataka) 01.04.2003
89).Write the hierarchy of C&W department from Zonal level to depot level?
Ans: The hierarchy of C&W department from Zonal level:
S.No Design
1 CME
2 CRSE, CWE, CMPE/Dsl, CME/Plg
3 Sr. DME, Dy. CME/C&W
4 DME
5 AME/CDO
6 SSE/C&W
7 JE/C&W
8 Sr. Tech/C&W
9 Tech Gr – I/C&W
10 Tech Gr – II/C&W
11 Tech Gr – III/C&W
12 Helper – I/C&W
13 Helper – II/C&W
90).A train crosses a telegraph post in 8 sec. and a bridge 200m long in 24 sec. Find the
length and speed of the train?
Ans: A train to cross a telegraph post is to travel its length.
Time taken to cross the length of the train and length of the bridge: 24 sec.
Time taken to cross the length of the train = 8 sec.
Time taken to cross the length of the bridge: = 24-8= 16 sec.
Distance traveled in 16 sec= Length of the bridge= 200m
Distance traveled in 1 second = 200/16= 12-1/2m.
Length of the train = Distance traveled in 8 sec. = 8x 25/2 =100m
Speed of the train = 25/2 x 18/5 = 45 Km./hr.

91).The distance between two places X and Y is 36 KM. Two persons A and B start
simultaneously at X and Y at the speeds of 8 km/hr. and 4 Km./hr. Find when and
where they meet each other?
a. If they are traveling in opposite direction.
b. If they are traveling in the same direction.
Ans: Distance between X and Y = 36 Km.

Speed of A = 8 Km/hr.
Speed of B = 4 Km/hr.
(a) Relative speed if they move in opposite direction = 8 + 4= 12 KM/hr.
Time taken to meet each other = Distance/Relative speed =36/12= 3 hr.
Distance traveled by A in 3 hrs = 8 x3 = 24 Km.
They meet each other at a distance of 24 km from X
(b) Relative speed if they move in the same direction = 8 -4 =4 Km/hr.
Time taken to meet each other = Distance/Relative speed = 36/4 =9 hr.
Distance traveled by A in 9 hrs. = 8x9 =72 km.
They meet each other at a distance of 72 km from X.
92).If principle amount is Rs.1250/- time is 3-1/2 years & simple interest is Rs.175/- calculate
the rate of interest?
Ans: Let principle (P) =Rs.1250/-
Time (T) = 3.1/2 years
Interest (I) = Rs.175/-
Rate of interest (R) =?
Then I=PTR/100
Hence 100 I/PT=R (or) R=100 I/PT
Substituting the values of P, T and I
100x175X2
𝑅= = 4%
1250𝑋7
Therefore rate of interest is 4%.
𝑿 + 𝟐𝒚 = 𝟗
𝟗𝟑). 𝒔𝒐𝒍𝒗𝒆
𝟐𝑿 − 𝟑𝒚 = 𝟒
Ans: Let
X+2y = 9 - Equation 1
2X-3y = 4 - Equation 2
Multiplying Equation 1 with 3 = 3X+6Y=27
Multiplying Equation 2 with 2 = 4X-6Y = 8
Adding equation 1&2 = 3X+6Y=27
= 4X-6Y =08
7X =35
0X =05
Substituting X value in Equation 1 = 5+2y = 9
9−5
Y = 2 =4
Therefore X=5 & Y=2
𝟏 𝟏
𝒙+𝒚=𝟒
𝟗𝟒). 𝑺𝒐𝒍𝒗𝒆
𝟐 𝟑 𝟏
− = −𝟒
𝒙 𝒚 𝟐
Ans: Let 1/X + 1/Y = 4 Equation 1
2/X -3/Y = - 4 ½ Equation 2
Multiplying Equation 1 with 3 = 3/X + 3/Y=12
Adding equation 1 & 2 = 3/X+3/Y= 12

= 2/X-3/Y= - 4 ½
= 5/X= 7 ½ = 15/2
X=10/15 = 2/3
Substituting X value in Equation 1 = 3/2 + 1/Y= 4
1/Y = 4-3/2= 5/2
Therefore X = 2/3, Y= 2/5
95).What is the amount to be paid after 1½ year for loan taken of Rs. 15000 at the rate 16%
per annum with simple interest?
Ans: Let P = Rs.15000
T = 1½ year
R = 16%
I = PTR/100
15000X3X16
2𝑋100
= 3600
Total Amount to be paid = 15000 + 3600 = Rs.18,600/-
96).Solve 2X +15Y=25
3X – Y=14
Ans: Let 2X + 15Y = 25 ---------- Equation 1
3X – Y = 14 ---------- Equation 2
Multiplying Equation 2 with 15 = 45X -15Y = 210
Adding equation 1 & 2 = 02X+15Y = 025
= 45X- 15Y = 210
= 47X =235
X= 5
Substituting X value in Equation 1 = 10 + 15Y = 25
= 15Y = 25-10=15, Y = 1
Therefore X=5, Y=1
97).Two partners A and B have started business with capitals of Rs. 4000 and Rs.6000
respectively and made a profit of Rs. 1500. At the end of the year, find the share of
each.
Ans. Investment of A = Rs. 4000
Investment of B = Rs. 6000
Ratio of the investment of A and B = 4000:6000 = 2:3
Period of investment is same, so the profit is divided in the ration of their
investments.
Ration in which the profit is divided = 2:3
Profit at the end of the year = Rs. 1500
A’s profit =Rs. 1500x2/5=Rs. 600
B’s profit =Rs. 1500x3/5=Rs. 900
(Or)
B’s profit = Total Profit – A’s Profit
= Rs. 1500- Rs. 600
= Rs. 900
98).The mess charges for 35 students for 24 days is Rs. 6300 in how many days will the mess
charges be Rs. 3375 for 25 students?
Ans. Let the number of days be x.
The ratio of the number of days = 24:x
Students and in direct proportion to the mess charges.
24:x = 25 x 6300: 35:3375

X x 25 x 6300 = 24 x35 x 3375

24X35X3375
X= = 𝟏𝟖𝒅𝒂𝒚𝒔
25X6300
For 18 days, the mess charges for 25 students become Rs. 3375
OR
For 35 students – Rs. 6300 sufficient for – 24 days
For 25 students – Rs. 3375 sufficient for – how many days?
35 25 x 3375/6300 x 24 = 18days.
99). Solve 8x-1 = 2x+3

Ans. Make the bases equal so that we can equate the exponents
Nav 8x-1 = (23)x-1 = 23(x-1) = 2 3x-3
i.e. 23x-3 = 2x+3
As the backs are equal the exponents must be equal hence
3x-3 = x+3
3x-x = 3+3
2x = 6
x=3.
100). Simplify ax+y-z x ay+z-x x az+x-y

Ans. = Ax+y-z+y+z-x+z+y+x-z
= ax+y+z
101).Find the value of (4o-3o)x 6o.

Ans. (4o – 3o) x 6o
Any thing o=1
So, = (1-1)x1= 0 x 1= 0
102).Find the value of (21)2 and (48)2 using results of special products.
Ans. (i) (21)2 = (20+1)2
This is of the form (a+b)2
= (20)2 +2(20)(1) +(1)2
= 400+40+1=441
(ii) (48)2 = (50-2)2

this is of the form (a-b)2
= (50)2 -2(50)(2) +(2)2
= 2500-200+4= 2304
(iii)51 x 49
= (50+1)(50-1)
= (50)2 - (1)2
=2500 – 1
= 2499
103).The area of circle is 616 Sq. Cm. Find it’s diameter.

Ans. If the radius of the circle is r cm then the formulae.
A = ∏r2, we have
22/7 x r2 = 616
r2 = 616 x 7/22 = 196
r = 196 = 14
radius of the Circle = 14 cm
So diameter = 2r = 2 x 14 = 28 cm
104). What are the languages included in eighth schedule of OL act?

Answer:
22 languages are included in eighth schedule of OL Act. Out of which Nepali is the only
foreign language included.
1. Assamese 2. Bengali 3. Gujarathi
4. Hindi 5. Kannada 6. Kashmiri
7. Konkani 8. Malayalam 9. Manipuri
10. Marathi 11. Nepali 12. Oriya
13. Punjabi 14. Sanskrit 15. Sindhi
16. Tamil. 17. Telugu 18. Urudu
19. Santhali 20. Bonda 21. Dogri
22. Mythili
105). How many regions are as per official language rules? What are the states under
those regions?
Answer:
There are three regions as per official language policy:
They are Region A, B, C.
The division of states under each region:
Region A – Bihar, Delhi, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan,

Uttarpradesh, Union Territories of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Region B – Gujarat, Maharashtra and Punjab and the Union territory of Chandigarh.
Region C – States and Union territories other than those referred in region A & B.
(Tamilnadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Orissa, west Bengal, Sikkim,

Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, etc.)
106). What are the documents coming under section 3(3) of OL act, which are to be issued
in Hindi, English bilingual form?
Answer:
The following documents are to in bilingual form as per OL act.
1. Resolution
2. General orders, memorandum, circulars etc.
3. Rules
4. Notifications
5. Administrative and other reports
6. Press communiqués
7. Contracts, agreements etc.
8. Licenses and permits
9. Tender notices and tender forms
10. Papers to be laid before a house or both the Houses of Parliament.
11. Reservation charts.
Question Bank on Bio-Toilet System

1) What is meant by environmental friendly Toilet System? What kind of
Environmental friendly toilet system is adopted on Indian Railways?

Ans: Environmental Friendly Toilet System also called Green Toilet System mainly aims
on Zero Defection on ground thereby ensuring the protection of environment.
These toilets process the waste in the toilets and discharges harmless matter into
the environment.
Types of Environmental Friendly Toilet System:
1) Bio-Toilets: these toilets process waste in the tank and discharges harmless water
into the environment.
2) Vacuum Toilets: Based on the principle of direct transport from the toilet box to
the tank aided by the vacuum creation in the tank and pipe line. Later the waste is
processed at the terminal.
3) Zero Discharge Toilets: In zero Discharge toilet system waste is collected at
terminus and then process. Solid and liquid separation is done in the tank itself and
liquid is recycled as flush water.
Out of these models Bio-Toilet is found to be more suitable to use on IR
coaches, which are developed by MOU between IR & DRDE. Bio – toilet fitment and
utilisation were started in 2011. Now Indian Railways are moving to fit these bio-
toilets on all the coaches.
2) What is Bio-Toilet? What are the advantages of Bio-Toilets?
Ans: Bio-Toilet is a toilet in which human waste is biologically degraded with the aid of
Anaerobic Bacteria (Inoculums-Bacteria which live and grow in absence of Oxygen) in
to liquid and gas (Co2+Methane).
Advantages of Bio-Toilets:
1) Requires less maintenance.
2) Simple in Design
3) Easier retro fitment on coaches in service.
4) Can be operated for a long period.
5) No bad smell in toilets from the tanks.
6) No infestation of cockroaches and flies.
7) Fecal matter in tank not visible.
8) No clogging of bio-digester.
9) Effluent (Discharge) is free from off odour and solid waste.
10)No requirement of adding bacteria regularly.
11)No need of removal of solid waste.
12) Toilet can be made as direct discharge in case of emergency by operating the ball
valve.
3) List out the parts of Bio-Toilets and explain the working process with flow chart?
Ans: Parts of Bio-Toilets.
1) Stain less Steel Tank of size 540 (Height) x 1150(Length) x 720(Width) mm. With 6
partition walls inside the tank.
2) Poly grass mat for protection of bacteria inside the tank walls.
3) Ball valve with handle for operation during emergency for making the toilets as
directed discharge.
4) S.S in place of MS tank covers.
5) Stronger bounding of colonised rubber mat with vertical walls.
6) Chlorination tank
7) Sample collection valve
Dimensions:
Total volume of the tank : 400 lts.
Effective Volume of the tank: 300 lts
Empty tank weight : 110 kgs.
Full tank weight : 410 kgs.

Height from Rail level : 225 mm.

Working of Bio-Toilets (anaerobic) flow chart
Waste
CO2+ Methane Gases

Anaerobic released to atmosphere
Bacteria
Liquid Waste
Chlorination
Disinfected Liquid
4) What is Bio-Toilet?
Ans: A toilet in which biological degradation of human waste by inoculums takes place.
5) How does biodegradation of human waste take place?
Ans: Inoculums digests the human waste converting it into water & gases in the process.
6) What is the name of Bio-toilet Bacteria?
Ans: Anaerobic Bacteria
7) What do you mean by 99%. Pathogens inactivation in anaerobic biodegradation?
Ans: It means out of 100 bacteria, only 1 bacterium will survive.
8) Whether anaerobes can degrade detergents/ phenyl etc?
Ans: Yes.
9) What is the life of anaerobic bacteria?
Ans. Their survival is linked with the availability of nutrients/ feed material. Even if the
feed material is not available, bacteria survive but do not multiply/reproduce. And as soon
as nutrients are available they again start multiplying.
10) What is the doubling period for bacterial population?
Ans. Doubling time of bacteria in the bio digester vary from 30 minutes to 16 hours
among the bacteria involved in different steps of bio-degradation.
11) Are coaches turned out from PUs filled with bacteria and how much quantity?
Ans. Must be turned out after filling 120 lts. Inoculums in the Bio-Toilet tank.
12) What is the frequency for doing sample testing of effluent?
Ans. 90 Days ( On 5% of total coach holding)
13) How much quantity of inoculums is charged initially in the Bio-Toilet tank?
Ans. 120 Lts Inoculums
14).Whether Anaerobic bacteria is harmful to human beings or not?
Ans. It should not be consumed. Hands to be cleaned after charging of bacteria in toilet.
15).What are the tests to be carried out by depot and what are their frequency?
Ans. pH value test, TS, TDS & TVS tests to be carried out by cog. Depots with the
frequency of 90 days.
16).What will be the effect if pH value of effluent is dropped between 1 to 5?

Ans. Discharged effluent will be Acidic & can cause corrosion on track fittings.
17).How much time it takes in doubling its population?

Ans. 30 minutes to 16 hours

18).How many tests to be carried out on Inoculums?
Ans. pH value test, Bio-Gas production, Methane % test & MPN count.
19).Why is chlorinator provided?
Ans. Chlorinator is provided to disinfect the discharged water which reduces the E-coli
form present in effluent.
20). What is the weight and cost of KMnO4 tablet?
Ans. 80 gms & cost approx-Rs. 42. Still under optimization phase
21).What is the safe space available between two tanks to pass fitters?
Ans. Approx. 600 mm.
22).What is the thickness of the body sheet for Bio-digester tank?
Ans. 3 mm S.S. Sheet.
23).Thickness of sheet in inside partition is?
Ans. 2 mm S.S. Sheet.
24).What is the weight of empty Bio-Toilet Tank?
Ans. Approx. 115 Kg.
25).What is the size of ICF coach Bio-digester?
Ans. 540 mm x 1150 mm x720 mm with 4 mounting brackets & 2 Nos. M16 bolts on
each bracket.
26).What is the size of LHB coach Bio-digester?
Ans. 547 X 580 X 1680 mm (H X W X L)
27). What is the total volume of Bio-Toilet tank?
Ans. 400 Lts.
28). What is the effective volume of Bio-Toilet tank?
Ans. 300 Lts.
29).What is the height of Bio-Toilet tank from Rail level?
Ans. 225 mm
30).What is the thickness of poly grass mat, provided on partition wall?
Ans. Approx. 10 to 15 mm.
31).What is full name of TPE connector?
Ans. Thermoplastic Polyurethane material
32).What is to be done in POH?
Ans. Bio-Digester should be dismounted, checked & cleaned and refitted.
33).What is the identification of Bio-Toilet Coach?
Ans. Green band on exterior below toilet glass
34).Why six compartments have been made in Bio-digester tank?

Ans. For giving sufficient time for growth of Bacteria in green grass pads.
35).How choking of P-Trap is removed?
Ans. With the help of Choke Remover device.
36).Why do bio toilets get choked?
Ans. Bio-Toilets get choked mainly on account of throwing of waste like tea cup, water
bottle, napkin etc inside toilet by travelling passengers.
Objective Questions

1. SAB ‘E’ dimension for BOXN wagon is 555 to 575mm

2. SAB ‘A’ dimension for 13 T axle load coach is 16+2-0mm
3. SAB ‘A’ dimension for ICF coach with brake leverage ratio of 1:5.5 is 22+2-0mm (AC
coach)
4. When ‘E’ dimension of SAB decreases it indicates brake block worn, Worn out wheels,
pins and bushes.
5. The type of grease used in ICF spherical roller bearings is lithium base grease.
6. The torque valve for end locking studs is 8 to 9 Kg-M for 6mm bolts and 15 to 16 Kg-M
for 20mm bolts.
7. The dash pot oil level under tare condition is 40mm
8. Draw and braking forces will be taken by Anchor links in ICF bogie.
9. Silent Block (Rubber bush) has been fitted in bogie components to reduce noise.
10. To control the lateral swing of the bolster Equalizing stays have been provided on ICF
bogies.
11. Life of other coaching vehicles ( light usage) is 40 years
12. The gap between brake block and wheel tread on ICF coach to be maintained is 5mm
13. ICF solid wheel maximum diameter is 915mm.
14. Inflammable fluid tank wagons are checked with battery operated torch lights.
15. Hot axle can be detected through visual observation in rolling in examination.
16. ICF coaches are provided with bearings: self aligned spherical roller bearings
17. Wheel discs are fitted on axles with shrunk fit.
18. Projection of buffer from head stock should be within: 584 to 635mm
19. Integral coach factory located at Perambur.
20. In BOXN wagon SABs are with "A" dimension: 70mm.
21. PEASD is provided with 8 mm choke.
22. In empty load device empty indication have color code yellow.
23. CASNUB 22W (M) new wheel diameter is 1000mm.
24. How do you measure buffer height of a coach? Rail table to center of buffer face
25. Which is the most frequent reason for Train parting on AAR coupler? Failure of Knuckles
26. What is the function of check valve with choke provided in the air brake system?
To permit the flow of air from the FP to the AR but not in the reverse direction.
27. What is the following is the function of PEAV
Facilitate the passenger to intimate the driver to stop the train by reducing air
pressure.
28. In C3W distributor valve which sub-assembly helps in manual release of brakes?
Double release valve.
29. Twin Pipe Braking Helps in Reduces release time
30. In case of coaching stock accident where human loss is there the enquiry will be conducted
by CRS (commissioner of railway safety)
31. During release after full service application in air brake wagon the brake should release
within 60 seconds.
32. What is the maximum pressure in the brake cylinder when the driver drops the BP pressure
by 1.6 Kg/cm²? 3.8 Kg/Cm2
33. What is the maximum wheel diameter of BOXN wagon fitted with CASNUB 22W
retrofitted bogie? 956mm.
34. What is the new and condemning diameter of wheels fitted on ICF WGACCW coach?
915mm & 813 mm
35. What is the Permissible variation in wheel diameter on the same trolley and on the same
BOXN wagon? 13mm & 25mm
36. What is the permissible variation in wheel tread diameter on the same bogie and on the
same coach on BG ICF design at the time of wheel changing? 5mm & 13mm
37. What is the lowest permissible wheel diameter for a coach turned out after POH from
workshops? 837mm

38. What is the Permissible wheel gauge of wheels on an ICF coach as per revised IRCA part
IV? 1600 +2/-1mm
39. What is the distance between journal centers on CASNUB bogie? 2260mm
40. What is the permissible flat surface on wheel tread of BOX “N” wagons as per the latest
instructions? 60mm
41. What is the root radius when new for wheel turned to worn wheel profile? 14mm
42. What is the Axle load of coach running on Rajadhani express? 16.25 tonnes
43. What is the Condemning flange thickness of wheels fitted on ICF coach running at 110
Kmph? 22mm
44. What is the revised torque value for tightening end locking screws fitted on CTRB of
BOXN wagon? 40 kg. Mt.
45. What are the maximum and minimum Buffer heights to be maintained on an ICF coach
under tare condition? 1105mm to 1090mm.
46. What is indication for ensuring proper coupling of CBC during train examination?
19 mm clearance between toggle and coupler body
47. At what wheel diameter reduction Brake adjustment of CASNUB bogie is done? 18mm
48. In C3W distributor valve, through which sub assembly the control reservoir is charged?
Cut off valve
49. In KE distributor valve, through which sub assembly the auxiliary reservoir is charged?
R-Charger
50. Which defect in C3W Distributor Valve causes brake binding?
Main valve check valve damaged.
51. Which defect in KE type of Distributor valve makes the cylinder in operative?
Main diaphragm perished or Quick release valve leaking
52. Working Piston stroke of Bogie mounted brake cylinder? 32mm
53. Maximum slack take up capacity of a Bogie mounted brake cylinder? 305mm
54. In bogie mounted brake system at what wheel diameter the brake gear connection should be
shifted to next inner hole of connecting link? 839mm
55. What is the Brake cylinder pressure release time from 3.8Kg/cm2 to 0.4 Kg/cm2 with single
car test rig as per IRCA Part IV? 15 to 20 seconds.
56. What is the drop in brake pipe pressure during sensitivity test with SCTR?
0.6 Kg/cm² in 6 Seconds
57. What is the validity of Brake power certificate of CC rake?
7500 Km. or 35 days whichever is earlier.
58. Color of vacuum brake BPC of goods train? Pink
59. Power certificate of Air brake Goods Color of Brake train (End to End)? Green
60. Minimum percentage of effective brake cylinders on an intensively examined Air brake
goods train? 90%
61. Brake power percentage of Air braked CC rake at originating station? 100%
62. Minimum BP pressure required in brake van of 58 BOXN wagons? 4.7 Kg/cm2
63. Permissible leakage rate of air pressure in goods train as per G-97? 0.25 kg/cm2/minute.
64. Condemning limit of composite brake block in goods train? 10mm
65. Piston stroke of a loaded BCN wagon? 130mm
66. Pull required operating alarm chain apparatus? 6.4 to 10 Kg.
67. Condemning thickness of Composite brake blocks of a coach? 12mm
68. Maximum permissible clearance between pin and bush during renewal on Express train?
0.75mm
69. What is the dimension ‘A’ OF slack adjuster for coaches with 16.25 ton bogies? 22mm
70. Slack adjuster “e” dimension of ICF coach? 375mm +/- 25mm
71. Longitudinal movement of bolster in ICF bogie is controlled by? Anchor link
72. Angle to which split pins and cotters to be split? 45 degrees
73. Periodicity of POH of OCVs on mail & express trains? 18 months

74. Newly built ICF coach running on mail/express trains first IOH is done after months? 12
months
75. What is the permissible longitudinal clearance between side frame and adapter on 22NLB
CASNUB bogies? 12 to 18mm
76. Condemning height of EM pad? 42mm
77. Condemning height of CC pad? 109mm
78. How the center pivot of CASNUB bogies is lubricated as per revised wagon manual?
Graphite flakes to IS-495
79. Minimum air pressure in the under slung water tank of AC coach? 0.35 Kg/Cm2.
80. The clearance between wheel and brake block increases automatically in Bogie mounted
brake cylinder? No
81. Wear on brake block does not disturb ‘A’ dimension of slack adjuster? True
82. If a goods train is stabled for more than 24 hours the BPC becomes invalid.
83. Beyond which temperature is the axle box considered hot box? 80 degrees C
84. In an open line coaching depot for what defects do you look for when the bearing is opened
for schedule? Bearing should not be opened in open line depots for schedules
85. What is the full form of CORTON steel? Corrosion Resistant steel
86. Under whom does NTXR work? IRCA
87. Where is Rail Spring Karkhana located? Gwalior
88. What does an Air Flow indicator do? Indicates leakages of air pressure
89. What types of brakes are there in LHB coaches? Axle mounted disc brakes
90. Decode COFMOW? Central Organization For Modernization Of Workshops
91. Decode LHB? LINKE HOFFMAN BOSCH
92. To procure non-stock item of value more than Rs.10, 000/- S-1302-A form to be prepared?
93. What is the wheel base of an ICF bogie? 2896mm.
94. What is the maintenance time required for maintaining 24 coach train? 6 hours.
95. What is the minimum buffer height permitted on loaded coaching stock? 1030mm
96. What is the release time of a DV permitted on coaching stock? 15 to20 sec.
97. What is the drop page of BP pressure for full service brake application on coaching train?
1.0 To 1.5 Kg. /Cm2.
98. Buffer height max and min dimensions for wagons in empty condition is
1105mm and 1090mm
99. Permitted Flat faces on ICF wheels is 50mm
100. When oil oozing noticed in between wheel seat and axle it is called loose axle
101. When pull rod is grazing on axle forms the Notched axle.
102. The distance between adjuster tube and the mark on the spindle towards its end is called
‘SAB’ ‘E’ dimension.
103. GDR Check valid for 400Kms
104. If driver fails to log Kilometers BPC of CC rake expires on
21st day from the date of issue.
105. Maximum wheel diameter of BLC Wagon 840mm
106. What is the maximum BC pressure in empty condition for BLC wagon 2.2Kg/cm2
Multiple Choice Questions

1. The standard wheel gauge of passenger BG coaching stock is –

(a) 1602 mm (b) 1601 mm (c) 1600 mm (d) 1598 mm

2. Length over body of ICF BG coaches is –
(a) 2334 mm (b) 2310 mm (c) 21337 mm (d) 22132 mm
3. Rigid wheelbase of ICF BG trolley is –
(a) 2896 mm (b) 2803 mm (c) 2990 mm (d) 2837 mm
4. At what interval, the intensive cleaning of any coach is done?
(a) Three month (b) One month (c) Six month (d) Eight month
5. What is the interval for cleaning coach water tank?
(a) 15 days (b) 25 days (c) one month (d) two month
6. What is the period for the POH of any OCV attached to a passenger train?
(a) Nine month (b) 12 month (c) 18 month (d) 24 month
7. What shall be the period for POH for a coach attached to Mail/ Express train?
(a) 9 month (b) 12 month (c) 18 month (d) 24 month
8. What shall be the period for POH of PCV attached with any other train other than mail/
Express train?
9. The other name of pilot valve is –
(a) PESAD (b) PEASD (c) PDEAS (d) EPASD
10 What is the period for POH of departmental coach?
11 What is the Transportation code of inspection carriage (Administrative)?
(a) AR (b) CR (c) IC (d) RA
12 As per policy circular No-4 secondary examination of mail/express has been skipped on
round trip upto-
(a) 800 Km (b) 1500 Km (c) 2500 Km (d) 1800 Km
13 In coach, the load transmission takes place through -
(a) Center pivot (b) Bogie (c) Side bearer (d) Wheel
14 The ‘L’ type composite brake block should be changed, if worn out beyond-
(a) 10 mm (b) 15 mm (c) 20 mm (d) 22 mm
15 The ‘K’ type composite brake block should be changed, if worn out beyond-
(a) 10 mm (b) 12 mm (c) 20 mm (d) 22 mm
16 Std. packing pieces of ICF coach is –
(a) 13, 14, 26 mm (b) 13, 22, 28 mm (c) 13,26,38,48 mm (d) 22, 26, 32 mm
17 Coaching stock accident involving human life enquiry by-
(a) CME (b) CRS (c) Sr.DME (d) ADRM
18 Yellow stripes on end body of ICF indicate is –
(a) Ant telescopic (b) Dual brake (c) In built air brake (d) Non-Anti tele
19 For finding what defect UST is done?
(a) Internal crack (b) external crack (c) Air flow crack (d) None of the above
20 What is Codal life of steel bodied coaches (Including dining / pantry cars) -
(a) 40 years (b) 30 years (c) 25 years (d) 22 years
21 Codal life of light utilization categories of coaches is -
(a) 40 years (b) 30 years (c) 25 years (d) 20 years
22 All newly built coaches shall be given IOH after -
(a) One month (b) six month (c) one year (d) two year
23 The length over buffer of ICF/ RCF coach is -
(a) 22297 mm (b) 22299 mm (c) 21996 mm (d) 21030 mm
24 Over all width of ICF/ RCF coach is -
(a) 3251 mm (b) 3250 mm (c) 3245 mm (d) 3991 mm
25 The height from rail level of ICF/ RCF coach is -
(a) 3886 mm (b) 4025 mm (c) 3991mm (d) 3251 mm
26 Rehabilitation of coaching stock is carried out between –
(a) 10 to 12 year (b) 12 to 15 year (c) 15 to 18 year (d) 18 20 year

27 How many emergency windows provided in AC ICF/RCF coaches are –

(a) Two (b) Three (c) Four (d) Five
28 Rehabilitation cost of coaching stock is –
(a) 15% of the total cost (b) 20% of the total cost
(c) 25% of the total cost (d) 35% of the total cost
29 What is the interval of schedule ‘A’ examination of a coach?
(a) One month ±3 days (b) Two months ± 3 days
(c) Three months ± 6 days (d) none of the above
30 What is the interval of schedule ‘B’ examination of a coach?
(a) One month ± 3 days (b) Two months ± 3 days
(c) Three months ± 7 days (d) none of the above
31 What is the purpose of manipulator?
(a) For testing roller bearing (b) For down hand welding
(c) For ROH (d) for brake ringing Adjustment
32 What do you mean by FRP?
(a) Fibre recalling panel (b) Fibre reinforced plastic
(c) First reduction plastic (d) Fine reinforced panel
33 At what interval, the IOH of shatabdi coaches is?
(a) 12 months at work shop (b) 9 months at work shop
(c) 9 months at PM depot (d) none of the above
34 What is the periodicity for IOH of ICF coaches?
(a) 9 months (b) 12 months (c) 6 months (d) None of the above
35 Where has been distraction tube provided in ICF/RCF coaches?
(a) Between main head stock and auxiliary head stock (b) Outer main head stock
(c) With auxiliary head stock (d) none of the above
36 The maximum standard buffer height above rail level to center of buffer is
(a) 1085 mm (b) 1100 mm (c) 1105 mm (d) 1030 mm
37 The minimum permissible buffer height above rail level to center of buffer is
(a) 1105 mm (b) 1145 mm (c) 1115 mm (d) 1030 mm
38 Standard buffer projection from Headstock is –
(a) 650 mm (b) 635 mm (c) 620 mm (d) 660 mm
39 Minimum Permissible buffer projection from Headstock is
(a) 635 mm (b) 605 mm (c) 590 mm (d) 584 mm
40 The diameter of buffer plunger face of ICF coaches is
(a) 552 mm (b) 457 mm (c) 493 mm (d) 510 mm
41 What is the distance between two buffers at one end?
(a) 1952 mm (b) 1976 mm (c) 1956 mm (d) 1992 mm
42 What is the maximum buffer plunger stroke in mm?
(a) 127.0 mm (b) 129.0 mm (c) 131.0 mm (d) 133.0 mm
43 How the weight of the body is transferred on trolley in ICF coach?
(a) Journal (b) Wheel (c) Side bearer (d) Dashpot
44 The ICF buffer plunger is made of –
(a) Mild steel (b) Cost iron (c) Cast steel (d)Aluminum Alloy
45 In loaded condition, the minimum permissible height of buffer in ICF coach is
(a) 1090 mm (b) 1105 mm (c) 1030 mm (d) None of the above
46 The draw & buffing force transmission in coach is through -
(a) Centre pivot (b) Bogie (c) Side bearer (d) Wheel
47 Hauling capacity of H type CBC is -
(a) 7000 ton (b) 8000 ton (c) 9000 ton (d) 10000 ton
48 What thickness of hard packing ring used for 889 to 864 mm diameter of two wheel sets
of bogie in adjustment of buffer height?
(a) 10.0 mm (b) 12.0 mm (c) 13.0 mm (d) 20.0 mm

49 What thickness of hard packing ring used for 863 to 840 mm diameter of two wheel sets
of bogie in adjustment of buffer height?
(a) 12.0 mm (b) 16.0 mm (c) 20.0 mm (d) 26.0 mm
50 Thickness of hard packing ring used for 839 to 820 mm diameter of two wheel sets of
bogie in adjustment of buffer height is -
(a) 16.0 mm (b) 20.0 mm (c) 38.0 mm (d) 46.0 mm
51 Thickness of hard packing ring used for 819mm diameter of two wheel sets of bogie in
adjustment of buffer height is -
(a) 20.0 mm (b) 38.0 mm (c) 46.0 mm (d) 48.0 mm
52 Nominal thickness of buffer casing body wall is –
(a) 9.50 mm (b) 10.50 mm (c) 11.50 mm (d) 13.50 mm
53 What is wear limit of buffer casing body wall?
(a) 2.50 mm (b) 3.50 mm (c) 4.50 mm (d) 5.50 mm
54 What is the weakest link of the ‘H’ type tight lock center buffer coupler?
(a) Draft gear (b) Knuckle (c) Lock (d) Yoke pin
55 Destruction tube is provided inside the
(a) Buffer (c) Head stock (c) under sole bar (d) none
Air Brake
01 Capacity of air reservoir (AR) of the coach is –

(a) 150 Lit. (b) 200 Lit (c) 250 Lit. (d) 300 Lit.
02 ‘A’ dimension of a passenger train (Non AC coach) is –
(a) 14± 2 mm (b) 16+2/-0 mm (c) 16± 4 mm (d) 18 ± 2 mm
03 In an AC coach, ‘A’ dimension should be –
(a) 18± 2 mm (b) 20± 2 mm (c) 22± 2 mm (d) 22+2/-0 mm
04 In a passenger train ‘e’ dimension is –
(a) 378± 20 mm (b) 375±25 mm (c) 370±10 mm (d) 380±20 mm
05 In the passenger train, the diameter of brake pipe & feed pipe is –
(a) 20.0 mm (b) 25.0 mm (c) 28.0 mm (d) 30.0 mm
06 In the passenger train, the diameter of branch pipe is –
(a) 15.0 mm (b) 18.0 mm (c) 20.0 mm (d) 22.0 mm
07 What is the diameter of branch pipe in between PEAV to PEASD?
(a) 10.0 mm (b) 25.0 mm (c) 30.0 mm (d) 20.0 mm
08 During full service application, Brake pipe pressure is dropped to –
(a) 2.0 Kg/cm2 (b) 1.0 Kg/cm2 (c) 3.0 Kg/cm2 (d) 1.5 Kg/cm2
09 At originating station the brake power percentage for mail/express train should be –
(a) 85% (b) 90% (c) 100% (d) 75%
10 Cut off angle cock can be fitted to-
(a) FP (b) BP (c) BP&FP both (d)None of the above
11 What is the piston stroke of air brake coaching train fitted with modified horizontal
lever?
(a) 60±10 mm (b) 80±10 mm (c) 85±15 mm (d) 85±5 mm
12 What is the diameter of bogie mounted brake cylinder?
(a) 220 mm (b) 210 mm (c) 203 mm (d) 200 mm
13 The brake cylinder diameter of conventional air brake system is –
(a) 205 mm (b) 355 mm (c) 325 mm (d) 305 mm
14 The rate of air leakage in single car testing should not be more then –
(a) 0.02 Kg/cm2/min (b) 1.0 Kg/cm2/min
(c) 0.2 Kg/cm2/min (d) 0.1 Kg/cm2/min
15 In emergency application the brake cylinder pressure rises from 0-3.6 kg/cm2 in –
(a) 15-20 secs (b) 5-10 sec (c) 3-5 secs (d) 8-10 secs
16 Check valve with choke allows air from –
(a) BP to FP (b) FP to CR (c) FP to AR (d) AR to BC
17 When brake is manually released by QRV, which pressure will be vent out?
(a) BC pressure (b) AR pressure (c) BP pressure (d) CR pressure
18 What is the pressure of control reservoir in coaching trains?
(a) 6.0 Kg/cm2 (b) 5.0 Kg/cm2 (c) 6.0 to .2 Kg/cm2 (d) 4.8 Kg/cm2
19 In coaching trains, auxiliary reservoir is charged to -
20 Reduction in BP pressure for minimum application is -
(a) 1.0 to1.5 Kg/cm2 (b) 0.8 to 1.0 Kg/cm2
(c) 0.5 to 0.8 Kg/cm2 (d) 0.1 to 05 Kg/cm2
21 Reduction in BP pressure for service application is -
(a) 1.0 to 05 Kg/cm2 (b) 1.0 to 1.5 Kg/cm2
2
(c) 0.5 to 0.8 Kg/cm (d) 0.8 to 1.0 Kg/cm2
22 Reduction in BP pressure for full service application is -
(a) 1.0 to 1.5 Kg/cm2 (b) 0.8 to 1.0 Kg/cm2
2
(c) 0.5 to 0.8 Kg/cm (d) 0.1 to 05 Kg/cm2
23 Reduction in BP pressure for emergency application is -
(a) 1.0 to 1.5 Kg/cm2 (b) 1.5 to 3.8 Kg/cm2
(c) 0.5 to 0.8 Kg/cm2 (d) 3.8 to 5..0 Kg/cm2

24 How many dirt collectors are fitted with under frame mounted air brake system on every
coach?
(a) Two (b) One (c) Three (d) None of the above
25 What is the choke diameter of guard’s emergency brake valve?
(a) 4.0 mm (b) 5.0 mm (c) 6.0 mm (d) 8.0 mm
26 What type of slack adjuster is used in passenger coaches?
(a) DRV-600 (b) None (c) IRSA-450 (d) IRSA- 600
27 For testing C3W DV, the AR charging time from 0 to 4.8 kg/cm2 is –
(a) 170 ± 10 sec (b) 175 ± 30 sec (c) 280 ± 30 sec (d) 210 ± 20 sec
28 For testing KE type DV, the AR charging time from 0 to 4.8 kg/cm2 is-
(a) 160 to 210 sec (b) 210 to 260 sec (c) 260 to 280 sec (d) 180 to 200 sec
29 For testing C3W DV, the CR charging time from 0 to 4.8 kg/cm2 is –
30 For testing KE type DV, the CR charging time from 0 to 4.8 kg/cm2 is –
31 The three-branch pipe attached to common pipe bracket, where the middle pipe leads to
(a) CR (b) DV (c) BC (d) AR
32 During brake release, air from BC goes to
(a) AR (b) CR (c) DV (d) Atmosphere
33 At what schedule, testing of pressure gauge and replacement of the defective gauge in SLR?
(a) IOH (b) ‘A’ schedule (c) ‘B’ Schedule (d) Special schedule
34 The type of dirt collector, used in bogie mounted passenger coach is -
(a) 2- way (b) 4-way (c) 3-way (d) single way
35 When DV is working condition the position of DV handle is –
(a) Horizontal (b) Inclined (c) Vertical (d) Parallel
36 The en-route brake power percentages of passenger BG coaching train is –
(a) 85% (b) 90% (c) 100% (d) Not specified
37 What is the capacity of control reservoir of passenger coach?
(a) 6.0 litre (b) 7.0 litre (c) 9.0 litre (d) 10.0 litre
38 What should be the effective maximum pressure in brake cylinder during full service
application is
(a) 3.6 ± 0.1 Kg/cm2 (b) 3.7 ± 0.1 Kg/cm2
2
(c) 3.8 ± 0.1 Kg/cm (d) 4.1 ± 0.1Kg/cm2
39 DV is directly mounted on -
(a) AR (b) Brake cylinder (c) Brake pipe (d) Common pipe bracket
40 Which one of the following valve in DV controls charging of CR?
(a) Main valve (b) Quick service valve (c) Cut off valve (d) Limiting device
41 Control reservoir in air brake system is –
(a) To control FP pressure (b) To control DV valve
(c) To control Brake system (d) none of the above
42 Auxiliary reservoir is assisting in –
(a) Charging of DV (b) Charging of BP
(c) Sending air to BC (d) Charging of CR
43 Dirt Collector should be cleaned within –
(a) At the time of IOH (b) At the time of ‘A’ schedule
(c) At the time of POH (d) At the time of ‘B’ schedule
44 In air brake system, brake should apply when the rate of drop of air pressure in BP is –
(a) 0.6 Kg/cm2/min in six sec (b) 0.3 Kg/cm2 in one sec
2
(c) 0.4 Kg/cm in one sec (d) 0.1 Kg/cm2 in one sec
45 In air brake system, brake should not apply when the rate of drop of air pressure in BP is
(a) 0.3 Kg/cm2 in 60 sec (b) 0.4 Kg/cm2 in 4 sec
(c) 0.5 Kg/cm2 in 30 sec (d) 0.8 Kg/cm2 in 8 sec

46 The function of non-return valve used in air brake system is –

(a) To reduce BP (b) To prevent flow of air from AR to FP
(c) To prevent CR to be charged (d) to prevent flow of air from CR to BP
47 Which equipment are not charged, when DV is isolated
(a) Control reservoir and brake cylinder (b) Brake cylinder
(c) Control reservoir auxiliary reservoir (d) Auxiliary reservoir and brake cylinder
48 The vent hole is provided in the cut off angle cock to (when angle cock is closed)
(a) Exhaust air pressure of air hose into atmosphere
(b) The amount of vacuum
(c) To arrest air pressure from air hose
(d) none of the above

Coaching
1 What is the thickness of roof sheet in ICF coach?
(a) 2.1 mm (b) 1.9 mm (c) 1.8 mm (d) 1.6 mm
2 Water tank capacity of ICF coach is –
(a) 1600 litre (b) 1800 litre (c) 1500 litre (d) 2000 litre
3 Under shung tank capacity of roof mounted AC coaches fitted with WRA system is –
(a) 1600 Litre (b) 1700 Litre (c) 1800 Litre (d) 2000 Litre
5 Minimum and Maximum air pressure required for WRA is –
(a) 0.35 Kg/cm2& 0.75 Kg/cm2 (b) 0.45 Kg/cm2 & 0.5 Kg/Cm2
(c) 0.55 Kg/cm2 & 0.6 Kg/cm2 (d) 0.65 Kg/cm2& 0.75 Kg/cm2
6 Sole bar of ICF coach consists of –
(a) Z section (b) I section (c) Y section (d) U section
7 What capacity of the equalizing stays of the shatabdi Exp.?
(a) 22 tons (b) 20 tons (c) 16 tons (d) 14 tons
8 What is amount of the oil per side bearer in ICF coaches?
(a) 1.2 letter (b) 1.6 letter (c) 2.5 letter (d) 2.2 letter
9 What is the distance between side bearers of ICF coach?
(a) 1560 mm (b) 1590 mm (c) 1600 mm (d) 1610 mm
10 What is the oil level in dashpot?
(a) 50.0 mm (b) 40.0 mm (c) 75.0 mm (d) 90.0 mm
11 What should be the interval of check the dashpot oil in mail/Express train?
(a) 15 days (b) 25 days (c) one month (d) two month
12 What is the amount of oil per dashpot in 40-mm depth in modified guide arrangement?
(a) 1.6 Litre (b) 2.5 Litre (c) 2.2 Litre (d) 1.9 Litre
13 What is the interval of check the side bearer oil?
(a) One month (b) 25 days (c) 15 days (d) 10 days
14 In bogie mounted air brake systems, the No of brake cylinder in a coach are
(a) 8 (b) 6 (c) 2 (d) 4
15 The weight of the coach is transferred through -
(a) Side bearer (b) Equalizing stay (c) Helical spring (d) Bolster
16 Center pivot pin does not transmit any -
(a) Horizontal load (b) Tractive (c) Breaking force (d) Vertical force
17 New dimension of side bearers wearing plate is -
(a) 10.0 mm (b) 12.0 mm (c) 14.0 mm (d) 16.0 mm
18 What is shop renewal dimension of side bearer wearing plate?
(a) 10.0 mm (b) 9.0 mm (c) 8.0 mm (d) 7.5 mm
19 Condemning size of side bearer wearing plate is -
(a) 10.0 mm (b) 9.0 mm (c) 8.50 mm (d) 7.50 mm
20 Newly dimension of side bearer wearing pieces is -
(a) 45.0 mm (b) 44.0 mm (c) 43.0 mm (d) 42.0 mm
21 Shop renewal size of side bearer wearing piece is -
(a) 45.0 mm (b) 44.50 mm (c) 43.50 mm (d) 42.50 mm
22 What is the condemning size of side bearer wearing piece?
(a) 45.0 mm (b) 44.0 mm (c) 43.0 mm (d) 42.0 mm
23 Diagonal gauge for axle guide of 13 t & 16.25 t bogie is -
(a) 3912± 1.0 mm (b) 3812± 1.0 mm (c) 3712± 1.0 mm (d) 3612± 1.0 mm
24 Which type brake system, external slack adjuster have been eliminated?
(a) BMBC (b) UMBS (c) BMBS & UMBS (d) None of the above
25 What is the modification of equalizing stay rod?
(a) Fitted 16 tons in all coaches (b) fitted 18 t o tons in all coaches
(c) Fitted 14 tons in all coaches (d) none of the above

26 The color code of helical spring of ICF bogie is –

(a) Yellow, blue, green (b) Yellow, red, green
(c) White, blue, green (d) White, red, green
27 What type of axle guidance arrangement used in ICF/RCF bogie?
(a) Oil clamping (b) Telescopic axle guide with oil damping
(c) Vertical oil damping (d) pneumatic axle guide
28 One of the function of Anchor links?
(a) To joint bolster and side frame
(b) To prevent rational movement of bolster
(c) To connect with upper plank and lower plank
(d) None of the above
29 Which type of grease used in roller bearing in ICF coach?
(a) Servo –20 (b) Lithium base (c) Servo –40 (d) Graphite –20
30 What quantity of grease filled per axle box of SKF make bearing?
(a) 1.75 kg (b) 2.00 kg (c) 2.25 kg (d) 2.5 kg
31 What quantity of grease filled per axle box of other than SKF make bearing?
(a) 1.75 kg (b) 2.00 kg (c) 2.25 kg (d) 2.5 kg
32 LHB coaches are provided with what type of bearing?
(a) Spherical type (b) Plain bearing (c) CTRB (d) None of the above
33 In air brake coach, PEAV & PEASD is connected to branch pipe is –
(a) FP (b) BP (c) BC (d) DV
34 The pulling force required for alarm chain testing should not be more then
(a) 12 kg (b) 10 kg (c) 20 kg (d) 30 kg
35 What is the choke size of PEAV
(a) 4.0 mm (b) 5.0 mm (c) 6.0 mm (d) 8.0 mm
36 What is the chock size of Guard emergency brake valve?
(a) 8.0 mm (b) 6.0 mm (c) 5.0 mm (d) 4.0 mm
37 At what schedule, the over hauling and testing of alarm chain apparatus is done
(a) ‘A’ schedule (b) ‘B’ schedules (c) ‘C’ schedule (d) Special schedule
38 The full name of PEAV is
(a) Power energy valve (b) Passenger entrance valve
(c) Passenger emergency alarm valve (d) Pipe emergency valve
39 PEAV & PEASD can be isolated by-
(a) Isolate isolating cock between branch pipe of BP & DV
(b) Isolate isolating cock between branch pipe of FP& BP
(c) Isolate isolating cock fitted in branch pipe
(d) Isolate isolating cock of BC
40 What is the free height of 16.25 tons axle box spring?
(a) 360 mm (b) 365 mm (c) 375 mm (d) 380 mm
41 What is the free height of non-AC coach axle box spring?
(a) 355 mm (b) 360 mm (c) 367 mm (d) 370 mm
42 Free height of all non-AC ICF type axle box spring is -
(a) 375 mm (b) 372 mm (c) 360 mm (d) 315 mm
43 Free height of AC ICF type bolster coil spring is -
(a) 375 mm (b) 385 mm (c) 400 mm (d) 416 mm
44 What is co lour code of ‘A’ group coil spring is
(a) Yellow (b) Green (c) oxford blue (d) White
45 What is co lour code of ‘B’ group coil spring is -
(a) Oxford blue (b) White (c) Green (d) Yellow
46 What is co lour code of ‘C’ group coil spring is -
(a) Oxford blue (b) White (c) Green (d) Yellow
47 Piston stroke (coach) of bogie mounted brake cylinder is –
(a) 28 mm (b) 32 mm (c) 36 mm (d) 38 mm

48 In BMBS whole adjustment of curved pull rod to be done when wheel diameter reaches to -
(a) 839 mm (b) 842 mm (c) 846 mm (d) None of the above
49 Permissible variations in wheel tread diameter for four-wheeled bogie on the same axle
on BG is – (while turning the wheel)
(a) 0.5 mm (b) 0.49 mm (c) 0.30 mm (d) 0.45 mm
50 Permissible variations in wheel tread diameter on the same coach on BG is – (while
turning the wheel)
(a) 12.0 mm (b) 10.0 mm (c) 11.0 mm (d) 13.0 mm
51 Permissible variations in wheel tread diameter for the same bogie on BG is - (while
turning the wheel)
(a) 10.0 mm (b) 7.0 mm (c) 5.0 mm (d) 8.0 mm
52 The axle load of AC coaches is –
(a) 22.0 tons (b) 16.25 tons (c) 15.0 tons (d) 14.50 tons
53 Axle load capacity of generator (WLLRM) coach is –
54 The use of 13 tons axle load bogie is in –
(a) PVH (b) AC (c) Power Car (d) Non AC
55 Flat faces on BG coach is permitted up to –
(a) 60.0 mm (b) 50.0 mm (c) 75.0 mm (d) 90.0 mm
56 High speed ICF coach condemning flange thickness is –
(a) 14.0 mm (b) 13.0 mm (c) 22.0 mm (d) 10.0 mm
57 Lateral movements of wheels are controlled by –
(a) Axle Guide (b) Journal center (c) roller bearing (d) Dash pot
58 Bogie wheelbase of ICF/ RCF all coil bogies are -
(a) 2896 mm (b) 2986 mm (c) 2886 mm (d) 2997 mm
59 Min shop issue size of ICF solid wheel is
(a) 837 mm (b) 870 mm (c) 854 mm (d) 8746 mm
60 Flange thickness of new BG wheel coach is
(a) 28.0 mm (b) 28.50 mm (c) 29.50 mm (d) 27.50 mm
61 The radius of the root of flange of new BG wheel is
(a) 14.0 mm (b) 16.0 mm (c) 18.0 mm (d) 19.0 mm
62 Condemning height of flange on tread on BG wheel is –
(a) 30.0 mm (b) 32.0 mm (c) 34.0 mm (d) 35.0 mm
63 Condemning size of radius at the top of flange (Sharp flange) of BG main line coach
wheel is –
(a) 8.0 mm (b) 5.0 mm (c) 10.0 mm (d) 12.0 mm
64 Means of WRA is –
(a) Water raising apparatus (b) White race assistance
(c) Water recording agreement (d) none of the above
65 What is the means of WSP?
(a) Water speed protection (b) Wheel slide protection
(c) Wheel solid profile (d) none of the above

Goods Stock
1 Permissible variation in new wheel tread diameter on the same axle on BG bogie wagon
is -
(a) 0.45 mm (b) 0.5mm (c) 0.35 mm (d) 0.3 mm
2 Permissible variation in wheel tread diameter on the same trolley of BG wagon while
changing the wheel is -
(a) 10 mm (b) 13 mm (c) 12 mm (d) 15 mm
3 Permissible variation in wheel tread diameter on the same wagon of BG while changing
the wheel is -
(a) 13 mm (b) 25 mm (c) 30 mm (d) 28 mm
4 The composite Brake block in yard for air Bk. train should be changed when thickness is
(a) 10.0 mm (b) 15.0 mm (c) 20.0 mm (d) 25.0 mm
5. Of which brake van the quick coupling is the part-
(a) BVZT (b) BVZX (c) BVZC (d) BVZM
6. What is the length over Headstock of the BOXN wagon?
(a) 9774 mm (b) 9784 mm (c) 9777 mm (d) 9848 mm
5. Tare weight of the BOXN wagon is -
(a) 22.37 tons. (b) 22.47 tons. (c) 22.91 tons. (d) 22.90 tons.
6. What is the length over couplers of the BOXN wagon?
(a) 10713 mm (b) 10813 mm (c) 11002 mm (d) 10100 mm
7. What is the length over couplers of the BCN wagon?
(a) 15400 mm (b) 15443 mm (c) 15429 mm d) 15562 mm
8. Gross load of the BOXN wagon is -
(a) 78.92 t (b) 81.28 T (c) 86.78 t (d) 88.81 t
9. In accident manual, train parting is under –
(a) J class (b) K class (c) C class (d) P class
10. Newly built BOXN wagon first POH periodicity is –
(a) 4.5 year (b) 5.5 year (c) 6.0 year (d) 6.5 year
11 Newly built BLC containers wagon first POH periodicity is –
12 Board gauge track gauge is –
(a) 1676 mm (b) 1667 mm (c) 1698 mm (d) 1500 mm
13 POH of BG brake van is –
14 Torque value of Cartridge type roller bearing cap screw is –
(a) 42.0 kg-m. (b) 40.0 kg-m. (c) 38.0 kg-m. (d) 44.0 kg-m.
15 C- class ODC shall be moved during –
(a) Day light (b) Day-night time (c) Only night time (d) None of the above
16 In air brake system, the thread joints are tightened with which type of tape?
(a) Cello tape (b) Teflon tape (c) Paper tape (d) None of the above
17 Instructions for inspection and maintenance of BOXN wagon fitted with CASNUB
bogies and air brake system, What RDSO’s technical pamphlet is used?
(a) G-90 (b) G-70 (c) G-97 (d) WT- 77
18 Instructions for inspection and maintenance of CASNUB bogies, What RDSO’s
technical pamphlet is used?
(a) G-97 (b) G-86 (c) G-90 (d) G- 95
19 As per new wagon numbering scheme, first two digits will indicate-
(a) Owning Railway (b) Type of wagon (c) Year of manufacture (d) Cheek digit
20 What do you mean by PME?
(a) Pre medical examination (b) Pre maintenance examination
(c) Periodical maintenance examination (d) Power mechanical equipment
21 What do you mean by CC rakes?
(a) Content contact pad. (b) Close circuit rake

(c) Complete coal rake (d) All the above
22 The minimum permissible buffer height above rail line to center of H/ Stock under
loaded condition is -
(a) 1105 mm (b) 1145 mm (c) 1115 mm (d) 1030 mm
23 Standard diameter of knuckle pivot pin is -
(a) 50 mm (b) 43 mm (c) 41.28 mm (d) 34 mm
24 Standard dimension of shank wear plate for AAR coupler is -
(a) 12 mm (b) 8 mm (c) 6 mm (d) 14 mm
25 Standard dimension of distance between the nose of Knuckle and guard arm is
(a) 140 mm (b) 150 mm (c) 127 mm (d) 12 mm
26 The maximum permissible free slack in the draft gear in service is
(a) 35 mm (b) 30 mm (c) 25 mm (d) 20 mm
27 No. of CBC gauge are
(a) 5 (b) 8 (c) 12 (d) 2
28 The high capacity draft gears are -
(a) Mark -20 & RF-401 (b) Mark 50 & RF361
(c) CF 21& RF-600 (d) DF 39 & RF-21
29 To Adjust buffer height for 930 mm wheel diameter on BCN wagon except CASNUB
22 W, packing piece used is
(a) 38 mm (b) 37 mm (c) 33 mm (d) 32 mm
30 What type of center buffer coupler used in Indian Railway?
(a) APRT type (b) AARP type (c) AAR type (d) ARPA type
31 The working strength of center buffer coupler is -

(a) 100 t (b) 120 t (c) 140 t (d) 180 t
32 The tractive effort of the Loco to the individual wagons is transmitted with the help of -
(a) CBC (b) Draw gear (c) Knuckle (d) Side frame
33 Clevis and Clevis pin are the part of –
(a) Alliance- II coupler (b) Non- Transition coupler
(c) Transition coupler (d) Draw bar
34 Standard diameters of wheel on BOXN Wagon is -
(a) 1010 & 900 mm (b) 1000 & 906 mm
(c) 950 & 906 mm (d) 906 & 813 mm
35 The axle load of BOXN, BCN, BRN, BOBR, BTPN wagon is -
(a) 22.9 t (b) 20.32 t (c) 16.6 t (d) 12.2 t
36 The wheel gauge should be measured on –
(a) Off load condition (b) Loaded wagon
(c) Both condition (d) Empty wagon
37 The lowest wheel diameter permitted by workshop for BOXN wagon is -
(a) 919 mm (b) 906 mm (c) 925 mm (d) 860 mm
38 In CTRB the grease use per Axle box is -
(a) 455 ±30 gms (b) 490±15 gms (c) 500±35 gms (d) 550±20 gms
39 The condemning diameter of BTPN wheel is -
(a) 813 mm (b) 990 mm (c) 906 mm (d) 860 mm
40 Permissible maximum flat surface on tread on other BG wagon are –
(a) 75 mm (b) 60 mm (c) 75 mm (d) 70 mm
41 What is an integrated portion of the axle?
(a) Cap (b) Roller bearing (c) Journal (d) None of the above
42 Standard dimension ‘e’ in SAB on Goods stock is -
(a) 550 to 570 mm (b )555 to 575 mm
(c) 570 to 580 mm (d) 555 to 565 mm
43 The color coding of distributor valve of air brake goods stock is –

(a) Yellow (b) Black (c) Green (d) White

44 In air brake end-to end rakes, After intensive examination validity of BPC remain up to
the –
(a) Next station (b) Loading point (c) Destination point (d)72Hours
45 Control rod diameter of air brake wagon is –
(a) 30 mm (b) 32 mm (c) 38 mm (d) 40 mm
46 Piston stroke of BOXN wagon in empty conditions is -
(a) 85±10 mm (b) 70±15 mm (c) 75±5 mm (d) 80±10 mm
47 Piston stroke of BOXN wagon in loaded conditions is -
(a) 140±15 mm (b) 130±10 mm (c) 120±15 mm (d) 125±15 mm
48. In air brake stock, BPC becomes invalid, if the rake is stabled in any examination yard
for more than-
(a) 24 hours (b) 36 hours (c) 48 hours (d) 12 hours
49 Dirt collector of a wagon should be cleaned within-
(a) At the time of ROH (b) 2 month (c) 6 month (d) 3 month
50 What is the capacity of control reservoir in goods train?
(a) 4 Lit. (b) 6 Lit (c) 8 Lit. (d) 10 Lit.
51 The BP pressure in Brake Van of 56 -BOXN wagon load should not be less than –
(a) 4.5kg/ Cm2 (b) 3.7 kg/ Cm2 (c) 4.8 kg/ Cm2 (d) 5.8kg/ Cm2
52 When we release manually KE type DV, the air pressure release form -
(a) CR & AR (b) BC & AR (c) CR & BC (d) AR & DV
53 The diameter of branch pipe of BP to DV for wagon is –
(a) 25 mm (b) 20 mm (c) 13 mm (d) 22 mm
54 ‘A’ dimension in Boxn wagon is -
(a) 70±20 mm (b) 172±3 mm (c) 175±4 mm (d) 175+1mm
55 For testing Air pressure locomotive the test plate hole diameter is-
(a) 8.2 mm (b) 7.5 mm (c) 9.5 mm (d) 10 mm
56 The diameter of air brake cylinder BOXN wagon is-
(a) 300 mm (b) 355 mm (c) 360 mm (d) 315 mm
57 The diameter of air bake cylinder in BVZC (Wagon) is -
(a) 300 mm (b) 295 mm (c) 305 mm (d) 315 mm
58 The capacity of Auxiliary Reservoir (wagon) in air brake except Bk.Van is-
(a) 200 litre (b) 100 litre (c) 300 litre (d) 150 litre
59 In Single pipe system the time taken in releasing of the wagon brake is-
(a) 60 Sec. (b) 120 Sec. (c) 210 Sec. (d) 90 Sec.
60 Distance between the control rod head and the barrel of SAB is named as -
(a) ‘E’ dimensions (b) ‘C’ dimension (c) ‘A’ dimension (d)“d”dimension
61 The capacity of compressor machine for air brake testing of rake is –
(a) 12-15 Kg/ Cm2 (b) 8-10 Kg/ Cm2 (c) 7-12 Kg/ Cm2 (d) 7-8 Kg/ Cm2
62 At the originating point, minimum brake power of premium end-to-end rake is -
(a) 85% (b) 95% (c) 90% (d) 98%
63. The brake power of CC rake from nodal point is –
(a) 90% (b) 100% (d) 85% (d) 75%
64 Brake power certified issued for Premium end-to-end rakes will be valid for
(a) 10+5 days (b) 12+3 days (c) 15+3 days (d) one month
65 What is the function of DC (Dirt collector)?
(a) Collect dirt (b) Collect air (c) Clean air (d) Clean CR
66 How much pressure should drop in a minute after putting a test plate in locomotive?
(a) 0.8 Kg/ Cm2 (b) 1.0 Kg/ Cm2 (c) 1.2 Kg/ Cm2 (d) 1.5 Kg/ Cm2
67 The colour for brake power certificate for Premium end-to-end rake is-
(a) Green (b) White (c) Pink (d) Yellow
68 For testing DV the time required for brake cylinder draining from 3.8 to .04 kg/cm2 is -
(a) 30-40 sec (b) 40-50 sec (c) 45-60 sec (d) 50-75 sec

69 What is the piston stroke of BVZC wagons?

(a) 50±10 mm (b) 70±10 mm (c) 85±10 mm (d) 90± 5 mm
70 What is the empty piston stroke of BOBR/BOBRN wagon is -
(a) 70±10 mm (b) 75±10 mm (c) 80±10 mm (d)100±10 mm
71 ‘A’ dimension of the BOBRN wagon is -
(a) 29±2 0 mm (b) 27± 2 0 mm (c) 33± 2 mm (d) 25±5 mm
72 What is the colour of BPC of air brake CC rake?
(a) Red (b) Pink (c) Green (d) Yellow
73 Control rod of SAB when rotated for one round, control rod head moves by a distance of
(a) 6.0 mm (b) 4.0 mm (c) 2.0 mm (d) 1.0 mm
74 In wagon, hand brake is used when -
(a) Standing in yard (b) Running in down gradient
(c) Running in up gradient (d) None of the above
75 SAB adjust clearance between -
(a) Wheel and brake block (b) Tie Rod and Brake block
(c) Anchor pin to control rod (d) None of the above
76 The M.R. pressure of engine should be-
(a) 6.0 to 8.0 Kg/ Cm2 (b) 8.0 to 10.0 Kg/ Cm2
(c) 10.0 to 12.0 Kg/ Cm2 (d) 12.0 to 15.0 Kg/ Cm2
77 What do you mean of SWTR?
(a) Single wagon test rubber (b) Single wagon test rig
(c) Sliding wagon test ring (d) None of the above
78 If C3W type DV is manually released, pressure is released from -
(a) AR (b) Control reservoir
(c) Brake cylinder (d) All above
79 To uncouple BP or FP air hose it is essential to
(a) Open adjacent angle cock (b) Close adjacent angle cocks
(c) Close supply of air from loco (d) None of the above
80 The Empty Load Device indicator plate shows -
(a) Yellow empty, black loaded (b) Blue empty, black loaded
(c) White empty, black loaded (d) black empty, blue loaded
81 The first step of releasing brake binding in conventional A/B system is to -
(a) Open vent plug of BC (b) Rotate SAB
(c) Take out pin of SAB (d) Isolate DV & release manually.
82 The Type of dirt collector, used in wagon is -
(a) 2-way (b) 3-way
(c) Branch pipe of BP to DV (d) In BP
83 The function of Return spring provided in air brake cylinder is -
(a) To push the spring outside the piston
(b) To push the piston inside the cylinder
(c) To push the deed lever (d) to push the control rod
84 Standard thickness of UIC/CASNUB bogies composite brake block is-
(a) 60 mm (b) 45 mm (c) 55 mm (d) 58 mm
85 How many side frames fitted in CASNUB trolley / bogie?
(a) 2 (b) 1 (c) 3 (d) Nil
86 what is the axle load of CASNUB trolley?
(a) 19.2 ton (b) 22.9 ton (c) 20.3 ton. (d) 20.9 ton
87 What is the new wheel diameter CASNUB 22 w (Retrofitted)?
(a) 1000 mm (b) 960 mm (c) 956 mm (d) 946 mm
88 What type of pivot used in CASNUB 22WM, 22NL and other type of CASNUB trolley?
(a) IRS type (b) Spherical type (c) other type (d) cylindrical type
89 What is the nominal lateral clearance between side frame & axle box/adopter Casnub
22NL, 22NLB, 22HS bogie?

(a) 18 mm (b) 16 mm (c) 22 mm (d) 25 mm

90 What is the standard inclination on wheel tread?
(a) 1 in 20 (b) 1 in 22 (c) 1 in 18 (d) 1 in 25
91 How many types of adopters used in CASNUB trolley?
(a) 2 (b) 1 (c) 3 (d) 4
92 Condemning size of elastomeric pad for Casnub bogie is -
(a) 44 mm (b) 43 mm (c) 42 mm (d) 40 mm
93 Nominal dimension of side bearer rubber pad for Casnub bogie is -
(a) 114 mm (b) 116 mm (c) 118 mm (d) 120 mm
94 Condemning size of side bearer rubber pad for Casnub bogie is -
(a) 111 mm (b) 110 mm (c) 109 mm (d) 108 mm
95 What type of side bearers fitted in CASNUB 22HS trolley?
(a) Metal CC type (b) Spring loaded CC type side bearer & PU type
(c) Roller type (d) none of the above
96 Which types of steel are used in side frame column friction plates of Casnub bogie?
(a) Mild steel (b) Carbon steel
c) Silico manganese steel (d) None of the above
97 What is the standard inclination on wheel flange?
(a)1 in 5 (b) 1 in 2.5 (c) 1 in 10 (d) 1 in 20
Special Wagons
1 Pay load of BTPN tank wagon is –
2 Axle load of BTPN tank wagon is –
3 Cleaning of bitumen barrel is carried out with –
(a) Kerosene oil (b) patrol (c) labium (d) none of the above
4. Name the type of coupling used in BLC wagon?
(a) CBC & Slack Less Drawbar (b) HT CBC
(c) Screw coupling (d) Slackness drew bars
5 Barrel length of BTPN tank wagon is –
(a) 11460 mm (b) 11550 mm (c) 11458 mm (d) 12100 mm
6 Barrel diameter of BTPN tank wagon is –
(a) 2860 mm (b) 2850 mm (c) 2840 mm (d) 2830 mm
7 The mechanical code of bogie Petrol tank wagon fitted with pneumatic brake is -
(a) BTPN (b) LBM (c) LBM (d) LCT
8 The mechanical code of caustic soda tank wagon is -
(a) CTB & CTBS (b) TCS & BTCS (c) THA & BTCS (d) TCS& MBTS
9. Codal life of Tank wagon is -
(a) 35 year (b) 45 year (c) 50 year (d) 25 year
10 In the tank wagon, close the vapor extractor cock after -
(a)UN loading (b) Loading (c) Running (d) none of the above
11 Working pressure of BTPN safety valve is –
12 Interval of ROH in BTPN tank wagon is –
13 Cleaning of H2SO4 tank wagon is carried out with –
(a) Lithium phosphate (b) Sodium phosphate
(c) Bromide phosphate (d) none of the above
14 Air tightness test pressure of master valve is –
(a) 0.35 to .56 kg/ Cm2 (b) 0.45 to 0.65 kg/ Cm2
(c) 0.65 to 0.75 kg/ Cm2 (d) None of the above

15 What is the location of safety valves fitted in liquefied petroleum gas tank wagon?
(a) Inside dome (b) Outside dome
(c) Outside on barrel (d) none of the above
16 Condemning limit of BLC wheel set is –
(a) 900 mm (b) 800 mm (c) 670 mm (d) 780 mm
17 For lifting the container, force required to lift the container on automatic twist lock is-
(a) 1050 Kg (b) 1000 Kg (c) 1100 Kg (d) 11590 Kg
18 In place of empty load box what device is used in BLC wagon?
(a) BSD (b) LSD (c) SDF (d) SAB
19 What is the material specification of BLC wagon trolley?
(a) Cast steel (b) Low cast steel (c) Steel (d) Micro steel
20 Length of over Slack less draw bar for B-car of BLC wagon is –
(a) 14566 mm (b) 13156 mm (c) 12212 mm (d) 14763 mm
21. The standard height of platform for BLC wagon from Rail level is –
(a) 1010 mm (b) 1015 mm (c) 1009 mm (d) 1100 mm
22 The axle load capacity of BLC wagon is –
(a) 20.10 ton. (b) 20.32 ton. (c) 21.10 ton. (d) 23.10 ton.
23 The tare weight of A-car of BLC wagon is –
24 The tare weight of B- car of BLC wagon is –
25 Length of over Headstock to Headstock for A-car of BLC wagon is –
(a) 13650 mm (b) 13625 mm (c) 13555 mm (d) 13365 mm
26 In BLC wagon, height of slackless drawbar system from Rail level is –
(a) 890 mm (b) 848 mm (c) 845 mm (d) 910 mm
27 How many automatic twist locks used in BLC wagon?
(a) 6 (b) 8 (c) 10 (d) 12
28 Rake carrying capacity of the BLC wagon is –
(a) 40 wagons (b) 45 wagons (c) 40 wagons (d) 48 wagons
29 Which type of side bearer arrangement used in BLC trolley?
(a) Electrometric (b) constant contact type
(c) Spring loaded side bearer and PU pad (d) none of the above
30 Which type of trolley used in BLC wagon?
(a) UIC trolley (b) Cast steel bogie type LCCF 20 (C)
(c) IRS trolley (d) Diamond frame trolley
31 For automatic locking & for lifting of automatic twist lock how much force is Kg
required, respectively?
(a) 600 & 1000 Kg (b) 800 & 1200 Kg (c) 1000 & 500 Kg (d) 500 & 1350 Kg
32 What type of roller bearing used in BLC wagon?
(a) Cartage type (b) tapered two-row cartridge roller bearing
(c) Spherical type (d) plan bearing
33 What is the loading capacity of containers in BLC wagon?
(a) Two 20' or one 40' (b) Two 22' or one 45'
(c) Three 15' or two 20 ' (d) Two 20' or one 45'
Abbreviations
ART – Accident Relief Train
AAR – Association of American rail road
ACD – Anti collision device
ADD – Auto driving device

AITUC – All India trade unions congress

BOLT – Built operate lease transfer
BOOT – Built operate own transfer
BOT – Built operate transfer
BIS – Bereau of Indian standards
CTRB – Catridge Tapered Roller Bearing
COFMOW – Central Organization for Modernization of workshops
CONCERT – Countrywide Online Networking computer enhanced Reservation and Ticking
CRIS – Centre for Railway Information System
CCRS – Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety
CRS – Commissioner of Railway Safety
CWR – Continuous Welded Rail
CONCOR – Container Corporation of India Ltd.
COIS – Coaching Operations Information System
COEA – Cabinet committee on Economic affairs
CORE – Central organization of Railway electrification
CPM – Critical Path method
CRA – Central record keeping agency
C-TRAM – Centre for Transportation Research and Management.
CMS – Crew Management System or Chief Medical Superintendent
C-TARA – Centralized Training Academy for Railway Accounts
DMRC – Delhi Metro Railway Corporation
DHRC – Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Society
DRF – Depreciation Reserve funds
DF – Development fund
EOL - Engine on Load
EBD - Emergency Braking distance
FOIS - Freight operated Information system
FWP - Final works program
PWP - Preliminary works program
LSWP - Lump sum works program
GSM-R - Global system mobile – Relays
GPS - Global positioning system.
GTR - Gross Traffic Receipt
HOER - Hours of Employment regulation
HRD - Hydraulic Rescue Device/ Human Resource Development
HDPE - High Density Poly Ethylene
IBRD - International Bank for Reconstruction and Development
IRCTC - Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation
IVRS - Interactive Voice Response System
CAMTECH - Centre for Advanced Maintenance Technology
ICF - Integral Coach Factory
ICBM - Intercontinental ballistic missiles.
IRT - Institute of Rail Transport
IRCA - Indian Railway Conference Association
IRWO - Indian Railway welfare organization
IRWWO - Indian Railway Women welfare organization
ITES - Integrated Train Enquiry System
IRFC - Indian Railway Finance Corporation
IRICEN - Indian Railway Institute of Civil Engineering
IRISET - Indian Railway Institute of Signal Engineering and Telecommunication
ISKCON - International society for Krishna Conscious
IRIMEE - Indian Railway Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

IRIEE - Indian Railway Institute of Electrical Engineering

IRMP - Integrated Railway Modernization Plan
ISMD - Infringing standard moving dimensions.
MMD - Maximum Moving Dimensions.
JCM - Joint Consultative Machinery
KRCL - Konkan Railway Corporation Ltd.
LWR - Long weld rail
LLE - Life line express
LSD - Load sensing device
LAW - List of approved works
LVCD - Last vehicle check device
MEMU - Main line electrical multiple unit
MTRC - Mobile train radio communication
MRVC - Mumbai Rail Vikas Corporation
MMTS - Multi modal Transport system
MRTS - Mass rapid transport system
MMU - Mobile maintenance units
MHALFC - Multimodal high axle load freight corridor
NTES - National Train enquiry system
NRVY - National Rail vikas yojana
NASDAQ - National association for stock dealer and quotes
OYWS - Own your wagon scheme
PSLV - Polar satellite launching vehicle
PERT - Programme evaluation review technique
POET - Passenger operated enquiry terminal
PQRS - Placer quick relaying system
PRCL - Pipavan Railway Corporation Ltd.
RADAR - Radio detection and ranging
RCRV - Rail cum road vehicle
RAILS - Railway analysis and interactive line simulator
RRB - Railway Recruitment Board
RRC - Railway reforms committee
RLDA - Rail land development authority
RRT - Railway rates tribunal
RSRC - Railway safety review committee
RFFC - Railway freight and fare committee
SRSF - Special railway safety fund
SSI - Solid state interlocking
SWR - Short welded rail
SPTM - Self printing ticketing machine
SPAD - Signal passed at Danger
SPART - Self propelled Accident Relief Train
SAARC - South Asian Association for Regional Co-operation
SIEGRM - Single window integrated grievances Redressal machinery
SEJ - Switch expansion joint.
TOT - Transfer of Technology
TPWS - Train protection and warning system
TAWD - Train activated warning device
USFD - Ultrasonic flaw detector
TTM - Track tamping machine
UTS - Un reserved ticketing system
UHDMWPE - Ultra high density molecular weight poly ethylene
WIS - Wagon investment scheme

WILD - Wheel impact load detector

BLC - Bogie low height container flat wagon.
BWL - Bogie well wagon
CLW - Chittranjan locomotive works.
CPB - Common pipe bracket
CRB - Chairman Railway board
D&AR - Discipline and appeal Rules.
DLW - Diesel locomotive works
DMRC - Delhi metro rail corporation Ltd.
DCW - Diesel component works
HSD - High speed diesel.
IRCON - Indian railway construction corporation Ltd.
LHB - Link Halfman Busch
ODC - Over dimensional consignment.
RCF - Rail coach factory.
RITES - Rail India technical and economy services Ltd.
RSC - Railway staff college.
RWF - Rail wheel Factory.
WWP - Worn wheel profile
Transportation Codes for Wagons

BOX All Welded Open Bogie Wagon
BOXC All Welded Open Bogie Wagon with CBC
BOXT All Welded Open Bogie Wagon with Transition coupling
BOXR All Welded Open Bogie Wagon with Screw coupling
BCX All Welded Covered Bogie Wagon
BCXC All Welded Covered Bogie Wagon with CBC
BCXT All Welded Covered Bogie Wagon with Transition coupling
BOXN All Welded Open Bogie Wagon with CBC Air Brake
BCN All Welded Covered Bogie Wagon with CBC Air Brake
BTP/TP Bogie /4 Wheeler Tank Wagon Petrol
BTK/TK Bogie/4 wheeler tank wagon Kerosene
BTM/TM Bogie/4 wheeler tank wagon Molasses.
BTV/TV Bogie/4 wheeler tank wagon vegetable oil
BTX/TX Bogie /4 wheeler tank wagon liquid chloride.
BWT/WT Bogie/4 wheeler tank wagon water.
BTR/TR Bogie/4 wheeler tank wagon Coal tar
BTS/TS Bogie/4 wheeler tank wagon Country spirit
BTPG/TPG Bogie/4 wheeler tank wagon LPG (Liquid petroleum gas)
BTPN Bogie tank wagon petrol Air brake
BTPGN Bogie tank wagon LPG with Air brake
BFR Bogie Flat wagon Rails
BFK Bogie Container wagon
BKH Bogie Open wagon Hopper
BOI Bogie Condola wagon
BOY Bogie open Ore wagon
BOBY Bogie Hopper wagon with centre side discharge
BOBR Bogie Hopper wagon with Rapid discharge
BFU Bogie well wagon
MBFU Bogie well wagon Military
BWL Bogie well wagon
BWS Bogie well wagon 132 Tons

BWH Bogie well wagon 91.4 Tons

BWT Bogie well wagon 81.28 Tons
BFT/FT Bogie /4 wheeler wagon Timber
FTT Timber truck twin
BOM Bogie open Military
BVGT Guard Brake van with Transition Coupling
BV Guard Brake van with Screw Coupling
BVZC Guard Brake van with CBC & Air Brake System
BCW Bogie Bulk Cement wagon
BRN Bogie Flat wagon open with Air Brake.
MBC Meter gauge Covered Bogie wagon
MBKC Meter gauge Open Bogie wagon
MBTP Meter gauge Bogie Tank wagon Petrol
KF 4 wheeler Open Flat
KL Low side 4 wheeler Open wagon
KM 4 wheeler Open Wagon Military
Transportation Codes for Coaches

1 ART Accident and tool van or relief van
2 CT Tourist car
3 CTS Tourist car for 2nd class passengers
4 CZACEN Air conditioned chair car with end on generation
5 ERR Four / six wheeler
6 ERU Four / six wheeler self propelled tower van
7 FCS First class coupe and second class
8 FSCN First cum ii class 3-tier sleeper
9 GS Second class fitted with self generating equipment
10 LR Luggage with brake van
11 NMG New modified goods
12 OHE Over head equipment inspection car
13 PPS Full bogie postal van
14 RA Inspection carriage ( administrative)
15 RAAC Air conditioned inspection car
16 RD Inspection carriage (subordinate)
17 RE Instruction van (mobile training car)
18 RH Medical van
19 RHV Auxiliary medical van
20 RK Dynamometer car
21 RN Generating van
22 RS Stores van
23 RT Accident and tool van or relief van
24 RZ Track recording car
25 SLR Second class luggage and brake van
26 SMN Power car with mid on generation
27 VP Parcel van
28 VPC Parcel van converted
29 WACCNEN Vestibule ac 3-tier with end-on–generation
30 WCB Vestibule pantry car
31 WSCZACEN Vestibule ac chair car with end-on-generation
32 WCD Vestibule dining car

33 WCRAC Vestibule air conditioned twin car

34 WCTAC Vestibule air conditioned tourist car
35 WFACEN Vestibule air conditioned first class with end on generation
36 WFC Vestibule first class
37 WGACCN Vestibule air conditioned three tier with self generating electrical
equipment
38 WGACCW Vestibule air conditioned two tier with self generating electrical
equipment
39 WACCWEN Vestibule air conditioned two tier sleeper with end on generation
40 WGFAC Vestibule air conditioned first class with self generating electrical
equipment
41 WGFACCW Vestibule first cum ac 2-tier sleeper
42 WGSCN Vestibule second class three tier sleeper with self generating
equipment
43 WGSCNLR Vestibule second class three tier sleeper with luggage and brake van
44 WGSCZ Vestibule second class chair car with self generating electrical
equipment
45 WGSCZAC Vestibule self generating second ac chair car
46 WGSD Vestibule second class double Decker with self generating electrical
equipment
47 WLRRM Power car end-on-generation
48 WSCZACEN Vestibule air conditioned second class chair car with end on
generation
49 WSLRN Vestibule second class, brake cum luggage and power car
Note: Transportation codes of LHB coaches shall be prefixed with “L” to codes of ICF
coaches.
Disclaimer: This book is purely provisional and for private

circulation only. In case any deviations in any items like
dimensions, procedures, codes, rules etc., CMM and RWMM
published by CAMTECH/Gwalior may be referred.
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1) Explain the pattern of Freight Train Examination?

2. Examination to be completed in 100 man hours.

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iv) Overdue CC rake is not moved in the direction of PME depot.

The procedure to be followed to move the CC rake due/overdue for PME

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1. Look out for any loose or damaging component.

Advantages of conducting Rolling – in/out examination: It will reveal the defects of

Wheel defects Standard Condemning Limit

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Part III - For Wagon Stock

1. Shattered Rim: A fracture on the wheel tread or

2. Spread Rim: If the rim widens out for a short

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4. Heat checks: Thermal cracks are deeper and

5. Shelled Tread: Shelling can be identified by

6. Disc crack: A crack on the disc due to material

6). Explain maintenance of departmental wagons in open line?

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9) What is maintenance? Why maintenance is required? Explain the maintenance systems

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I.Preventive maintenance: It is a method of carrying out inspection, repairs/ replacements of

10). Define various maintenance practices on coaching stock?

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S. Name of the Where the schedule to

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15) What is IOH? Explain the procedure of IOH?

16) What are the safety precautions to be taken at Work spot?

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17) . Explain salient features of ICF coach?

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 Improved air-conditioning through better duct designing & humidity control.

21). Compare Salient features of fiat bogie against I.C.F. Bogie?

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14 Maintenance. Reqd. Very little maintenance. In P.O.H.

22).Write salient feature of LHB coach?

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23). Write salient feature of Duranto express coach?

24) Explain working of “Air spring” with neat sketch?

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Alarm chain Armrest, tea/snack table

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Sl . Cause Remedial measure

30) . Explain the classification of goods stock with suitable examples?

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Spherical type – Fitted on CASNUB 22 W (M), 22NL, 22NLB,

33). Explain ROH procedure of BOXN wagons?

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a. Close the knuckle.

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41). What is Empty/Load box? Explain its working?

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43). What is control “A” dimension and explain its significance?

a) Coaching stock Coaching Stock 16+ 2/ -0mm for 13 T Bogie stock

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