What is Federal Supply Class 2240?

FSC 2240 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 2240) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Locomotive and Rail Car Accessories and Components.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 2240?

NSC 2240 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 2240 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Locomotive and Rail Car Accessories and Components.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 2240 in?

FSC 2240 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 22 which contains Railway Equipment.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 2240 in?

NSC 2240is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 22 which contains Railway Equipment.

What is a Railway Wheel Set?

A Railway Wheel Set (WHEEL SET,RAILWAY) is an assembly consisting of two railway wheels applied to a railway axle. It may also include additional components such as flingers, gears, rings, and the like. Two or more wheel sets serve to support a piece of heavy railway rolling equipment. This item does not include steam locomotive driving wheel sets or the car wheel sets used under inspection cars, section cars, gang cars, push cars and trailers, or similar equipment.

Locomotive and Rail Car Accessories and Components - France (FR)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 2240

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 2240

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 22 Railway Equipment

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 22 Railway Equipment

Items Managed by France (FR) - NCB is 14

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NSN Format for Locomotive and Rail Car Accessories and Components
Codified by France

22	40	14	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 2240 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 22, which is dedicated to Railway Equipment. Specifically, Class 2240 focuses on Locomotive And Rail Car Accessories And Components.

This classification includes a wide range of accessories and components that are used in locomotives and rail cars. Some examples of items that fall under this class include:

1. Brake systems: This includes various components such as brake pads, brake shoes, brake cylinders, and brake valves.

2. Couplers and connectors: These are the devices used to connect rail cars together. Examples include coupler heads, knuckles, and draft gears.

3. Electrical systems: This includes components such as traction motors, generators, control panels, and wiring harnesses.

4. Suspension systems: This includes components that support and cushion the locomotive or rail car, such as springs, shock absorbers, and bogies.

5. Safety equipment: This includes items such as fire extinguishers, emergency brakes, and warning signs.

6. Interior fittings: This includes components such as seats, handrails, and lighting fixtures.

It's important to note that this classification is specific to NATO and is used for procurement and inventory management purposes within NATO member countries. The purpose of this classification system is to standardize the identification and categorization of items for military use.

If you are writing a document or conducting research related to NATO Supply Class 2240, it would be helpful to provide specific details or examples related to the locomotive and rail car accessories and components you are discussing.

FSC 2240 Locomotive and Rail Car Accessories and Components - France (FR)

Includes Brake Beams and Components; Couplers; Trucks and Components; Journals and Components; Wheel Sets and Components.

Excludes Railroad Furniture (FSG 71).

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 2240

What is Federal Supply Class 2240?: FSC 2240 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 2240) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Locomotive and Rail Car Accessories and Components.
What is NATO Supply Classification Class 2240?: NSC 2240 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 2240 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Locomotive and Rail Car Accessories and Components.
Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 2240 in?: FSC 2240 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 22 which contains Railway Equipment.
Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 2240 in?: NSC 2240 is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 22 which contains Railway Equipment.

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 2240

What is a Railway Wheel Set? 10 Items: A Railway Wheel Set (WHEEL SET,RAILWAY) is an assembly consisting of two railway wheels applied to a railway axle. It may also include additional components such as flingers, gears, rings, and the like. Two or more wheel sets serve to support a piece of heavy railway rolling equipment. This item does not include steam locomotive driving wheel sets or the car wheel sets used under inspection cars, section cars, gang cars, push cars and trailers, or similar equipment.