>    Posted by: "Thomas Baker" [EMAIL PROTECTED] millcitieslimited
>    Date: Sat Jul 12, 2008 6:35 pm ((PDT))
>
> <...> Mail sorting cars were usually between 60-70 feet, likewise  
> many combination mail/express cars.


The U.S. Post Office had three standard layouts: 15, 30, and 60 feet  
long. The two shorter lengths were typically combined with a baggage  
section in a car that could be any length, but a standalone RPO car  
had a maximum 60 foot length.

--
Bill Roberts





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