§ 198. Mr. Sharpasked the Minister of Transport what is the tare weight of the latest design of 16 tons steel mineral wagon; what is the additional amount of steel required to give the additional 2 in. in depth; and why crown loading was not regarded as adequate and more economical.
§ Mr. BarnesThe tare weight is 7 tons 18 cwt.; the additional 2 in. in depth is estimated to require 2 cwt. of steel. Crown loading is not considered desirable in the interests of safety and the avoidance of spillage.