Resumen
In this article we have touched the problem of high freight traffic of the main railway lines ofUkraine. The analysis of the present condition of these lines is given and their technical equipment is described. The main undertakings directed towards increasing the traffic and carrying capacity of the railways are also considered. The dynamics of the wagon traffic volume and train mass changes related to the mentioned lines over the past years is presented. The possible measures which should secure minimum costs for the wide usage of the trains of increased mass and length are also considered and planed.