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Tonne-kilometre offered by a wagon or a train

Unit of measurement representing the movement of one tonne of carrying capacity (see A.II-25), available in a wagon or a train, over one kilometre while performing services for which it is primarily intended. The distance to be considered is that actually travelled. Shunting and other similar movements are excluded. Also referred to as net tonne-kilometre offered by a wagon or a train.
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Glossary
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EU Policy
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Glossary for transport statistics - 6TH EDITION 2026

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