Rail cargo

Quelle: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rail_freight

Rail freight refers to the transportation of goods by rail as a mode of freight transport, typically using freight wagons or intermodal containers, covering national and international railway services; advantages include high capacity, energy efficiency, and reduced road congestion.

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