Hand Brakes & Brake Beams 

Hand Brakes

AAR Certified Hand Brakes, available in Group N, Group O (Intermediate) and Group P (High Power).

Hand Brakes are a superior evolution of an industry staple that offers extended service life and durability.

Available in Long and Short Release Handle versions along with a range of Hand Wheels, Shock Retarders and Hand Brake accessories. Contact Sigra for pricing and further information.

Group N (conventional) (RollGuard™)

  • Sealed, wider bearings for extended life

  • Roller bearing at wheel/clutch axle for smooth operation

  • Lubrication free

  • E-coated in rust proof black oxide

For more information regarding the Group N RollGuard™ Hand Brake

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RollGuard™ Accessories:

  • Sheave Wheel

  • Clevis and Pin

  • Hand Wheel

  • Bell Crank

  • Short Release

  • Chain Joiner

  • Long Release

Group O (Intermediate)

  • Higher force than conventional AAR hand brake

  • Minimum vertical chain force 4,475lbs

  • Trip Level and Non-Spinning Wheel

  • Shock-Retarder device serves as a chain anchor

 

Group P (High Power)

  • Designed for 125 ton capacity and larger wagons

  • Minimum vertical chain force 6,800lbs

  • Extended Trip Lever

Brake Beams & Kits

Sigra can also offer a full range of reliable A.Stucki brand brake beams and replaceable brake beam head kits.