How much would a 33-inch freight car wheel weigh, both new and worn, on average? I appreciate allowances need to be made for wheel style, manufacturer and era, but let's say an "average" wheel in the steam-diesel transition era.

 

I recall seeing a figure of 800 pounds in the distant past, but I have no idea if that is accurate.

 

The reason I ask is to settle a debate about how many wheels could be carried in a freight car with a fifty ton capacity.

 

Thanks.

 

Bob Chaparro

Hemet, CA