AskRail

Name: AskRail
Rating: 4 (36 reviews)
Author: Association of American Railroads

By: Association of American Railroads

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Features & Capabilities

The AskRail app is a hazardous materials safety tool for first responders who are first on scene or directly support the first on scene in the event of a rail incident. Access to certain features, including the ability to query railcar contents based on an equipment number, is restricted to authorized personnel.

To obtain authorization to use the restricted features, you must assert that you are a first responder, provide information about your emergency response agency, and identify a supervisor who can attest to your first responder duties. You also must obtain sponsorship from a Class I railroad. This process may take up to several weeks.

AskRail is a collaborative effort among all North American Class I railroads, the Association of American Railroads, Railinc Corp., and the Transportation Technology Center, Inc.

For more information about AskRail please visit: www.askrail.us.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App

By:

Association of American Railroads

Rating:

4.00

(36)

Version:

7.2.0 Last updated: 2025-09-08

Version code:

877879402

Creation date:

2016-09-06

Compatible devices:

Size:

42.01MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-01

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 237,162 ▲ 314

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Developed by:

Association of American Railroads

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/askrail/id1142325064

Website:

http://askrail.us

User Reviews

AskRail is praised as a vital, easy-to-use tool that helps responders quickly identify rail-car contents and supports rail-related emergencies. However, multiple reviews cite access problems (registration delays and uneven approvals) and device compatibility issues (need for newer iOS hardware), which can hinder lifesaving use for users with older devices.

Pros

Quickly identify contents of rail cars and materials.
Essential resource for responders in areas with rail transport.
Easy to use / user-friendly interface.
Rich features and quick access to information.

Cons

Registration and access delays or inability to register; some users are not granted access promptly.
Inconsistent access across users within the same department; some get access quickly, others wait.
Requires newer iOS devices / hardware, excluding older iPhones and potentially imposing financial barriers.

Recent reviews

As a First Responder, I am very disappointed that the app is now barring me from using it. The app is designed to work only on the latest iOS which my iPhone will not handle. Since I do not have $1000 for a new iPhone that will run the latest iOS, I will be erasing this app. I feel this requirement borders on financial discrimination by allowing only those with new, expensive phones to access potentially lifesaving information.

by Ar*****, 2024-11-23

We had a derailment in the middle of our city. This app allowed us to find out what we had leaking and what other materials we had on the train. Worked great, an absolute must for responders that have a rail in their response area.