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Revenue Recognition - Summary of Estimated Revenue Related to Performance Obligations (Detail) $ in Millions | Nov. 30, 2024 USD ($)
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Fleet management |
Revenue Remaining Performance Obligation Expected Timing Of Satisfaction [Line Items] |
Revenue type 1 | $ 144.0
Other |
Revenue Remaining Performance Obligation Expected Timing Of Satisfaction [Line Items] |
Revenue type 1 | 12.0
Manufacturing | Railcar sales |
Revenue Remaining Performance Obligation Expected Timing Of Satisfaction [Line Items] |
Revenue type 1 | 2,264.7
Manufacturing | Sustainable conversions |
Revenue Remaining Performance Obligation Expected Timing Of Satisfaction [Line Items] |
Revenue type 1 | $ 28.4

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