Panaji: Konkan Railway has introduced its second Roll-on Roll-off (Ro-Ro) rake with an enhanced 57-ton capacity, further strengthening freight movement along the Konkan Railway route, an official said on Friday.
A senior official said that Konkan Railway’s Ro-Ro service, which allows loaded trucks to be transported on railway wagons as a cost-effective logistics solution, has been steadily improving freight efficiency in the region.
The first rake, with wagons capable of carrying up to 57 tons, commenced operations on November 5, 2025. The second rake, with the same enhanced capacity, was introduced on December 3, 2025, the official said.
Each rake consists of 15 BRN (road gauge bogie rail) wagons capable of carrying trucks up to 57 MT and 35 BOXN wagons capable of carrying trucks up to 50 MT, he said.
The official said that as per the guidelines, the maximum weight permitted for BRN wagons is 57 MT and for BOXN wagons 50 MT, while the increased capacity applies only to these two rakes. For other rakes, the maximum weight limit remains 50 MT.
Charges for excess weight between 50 MT and 57 MT are fixed at Rs 800 per MT plus applicable GST, he added.
The enhanced capacity is expected to benefit transporters and industries dealing with iron and steel, marble, tiles, construction materials, and other heavy consignments along the Konkan Railway network, he said.
The official said that Konkan Railway remains committed to supporting trade and industry through innovative freight solutions along the West Coast corridor.
