FreightCar America, Inc. Email Format
Railroad Equipment ManufacturingIllinois, United States501-1000 Employees
FreightCar America, Inc. is a railroad equipment manufacturer based in Chicago, Illinois, employing 501 to 1000 people. The company has manufactured railcars since 1901 and is described as the largest North American producer of aluminum railroad freight cars used to haul coal. It uses its design knowledge and production facilities to expand its product line and provide cost benefits to customers. The company emphasizes quality and customer service from first contact through the life of the railcar. In December 2025, FreightCar America acquired Carly Railcar Components LLC and it participates in industry conferences; the company reports revenue in the range of $250 million to $500 million.