20 Amazing Railway Equipment That Is Next Level

Hello machine enthusiasts, welcome to another episode of Amazing Machinery at Mighty Machine Masters. Today, we'll be looking at equipment used in railway construction, but first, make sure to subscribe to the channel to get updates on the latest videos. DESECK TRACK LAYER The DESECK TRACK LAYER is like a super cool machine for building things and stuff like roads and train tracks. It's like a superhero in the construction world because it uses fancy technology, super strong power, and can do lots of different jobs. The best part is that it's like a track building wizard. It can create train tracks fast and make sure they're perfect. With its cool gadgets and smart controls, this machine is like the rockstar of construction, helping out on projects all around the world. SBC-2402 SHOULDER BALLAST CLEANER This ballast cleaning machine made in the United States is like a giant vacuum for railway stones, keeping the track in tip-top shape. The SBC-2402 helps clear outborne stones and replace them to create a sturdy foundation for trains. Its digging wheels are 76cm wide, delving as deep as 86cm into the material. Operating at a steady 6.5km per hour, it's like a meticulous gardener for the tracks, processing up to 2400m of material during its operation. This machine ensures a solid and smooth ride for the trains rolling down the line. XL-4330V This excavator from the United States is a powerhouse on the railway construction and maintenance scene. Standing tall at 7m and weighing a robust 21 tons, the XL-4330V Great All is a major player in railway construction. Powered by a 173hp engine, it's not just strong but also speedy, reaching up to a max speed of 29km per hour. The coolest feature is its telescopic boom, a bit like watching Mr. Fantastic extending his arm, stretching up to 32ft. This feature allows it to tackle jobs that other machines might find challenging. It's the go-to hero when you need heavy lifting and precision work on railway projects. Vertical Ballast Tamper RCT-1500P The RCT-1500P is a ballast tamping and compacting specialist designed to work its magic on both tracks and switches. With a 4-stroke petrol engine under the hood, it packs power without the hefty weight. Its vibration-absorbing handles are like a comfort feature, significantly reduced felt by the operator. Lightweight and user-friendly, it's a breeze to swap out the tamping tool, making it a versatile and efficient companion for maintaining railway balance. RRV Valmet 830.3 The RRV Valmet 830.3 from the UK is a gardener for railways, ensuring they stay clear of pesky vegetation. It is armed with a mighty 10m reach hydraulic arm and is used to collect branches and logs cluttering the railway. Once gathered, it heads to the chipper, a powerhouse that can process logs up to 21 inches or 55cm in diameter. This machine is a time-saver and cost-cutter, swiftly clearing obstacles along the tracks more efficiently than its counterparts. It's not just a vegetation cleaner, it's an efficiency champion for maintaining smooth railway operations. Schlatter AMS 200. This mobile welding machine, proudly made in Switzerland, is like a rail repair wizard on wheels. The AMS 200 Schlatter hitchhikes on a crane truck, cruising along the railway, and it is remotely controlled. It's the go-to hero for fixing railways, not just patching them up, but aligning and welding the rails seamlessly. With its magical welding powers, it joins the rails together and double-checks to ensure a perfect fit. This machine is like a one-stop shop for railway repairs, completing the whole operation in a single swoop and leaving the tracks ready for action. Unimat Universal Tamping Machine. The Unimat Universal Tamping Machine is a solution for diverse tasks and particularly excelling on heavy haul lines with demanding requirements. This heavy-duty machine proves its worth where high production capabilities and substantial lifts are needed, especially on routes with numerous heavy turnouts. With a proven track record, these machines have been instrumental on the coal export line for the past decade. The machine is used in construction and maintenance projects, it has demonstrated proficiency in extensive lifting and slowing operations, particularly on heavy concrete turnouts and open tracks. Still into more machinery? Hit that subscribe button already if you haven't to get updates on the latest videos. Elmix 604 RG5 Specialty Rail Grinder. This rail grinding machine from the United States is like a spa day for railways, giving them what they need to last longer and ensuring a smoother ride. The Elmix 604's mission is to enhance the connection between wheels and rails. It can precisely remove just the right amount of metal from the railhead, working its wonders directly on the track. It cruises along at 12 miles per hour and is also equipped with fire protection water ejectors, adding an extra layer of safety to its railway rejuvenation mission. Kirao Multitasker 1200. This powerhouse of a railway crane born in Germany is like the Hercules of the tracks, capable of effortlessly lifting even the mightiest 150 ton locomotives lengthwise. The Kirao Multitasker 1200 is a heavy-duty champ designed for intense construction. It weighs in at a solid 160 tons and boasts a working radius of 75 feet. This machine swiftly removes obstacles like locomotives or wagons that might be blocking the tracks and getting rail traffic back on the move in no time. Swietelski Rus 1000S. This fresh railway machine crafted in Austria is the latest tool in the railway repair and installation kit. The Rus 1000S is making waves in Europe, particularly in handling the repair work for busy railways with heavy train traffic. It's the go-to hero for keeping the tracks in condition and sharing smooth journeys for the trains zipping through. RM80 Ballast Cleaning Machine. The RM80 is a reliable and high-performing ballast cleaning machine delivering top-notch results even in challenging conditions. Thanks to its potent cutting chain and specially designed screening unit, it maintains high working speeds even when dealing with heavily fouled and encrusted ballast. With a travel speed of 50 mph and a quick setup in knockdown times, the RM80 maximizes track utilization. Equipped with a smart track lifting and slowing device, it offers flexibility by adjusting the cutting depth. The waste discharge conveyor which can swivel allows the material to be efficiently discharged to either side, onto the right-of-way, or into open-top railway cars. The RM80's strategic front waste discharge position ensures an additional level of ballast cleanliness by removing any waste material that might fall into the track during normal operations. Hydrema 912FS Rail. This compact dump from Denmark is a handy helper for moving materials around railway projects. The 912FS rail measures 6.3 meters in length and 3 meters in height, but it weighs 10 tons. Powered by a 147 horsepower engine, it can zip around at a top speed of 18.6 mph. The cool part is its rotating box. Like a magic trick, it can spin 180 degrees, making it super easy to load and unload up to 8 tons of sand or rocks. This little truck may be compact, but it's a powerhouse for getting materials where they need to go on railway construction sites. 093X Dynamic Tamping Machine. Plain track tamping machines prove to be more cost-effective solutions in scenarios with limited turnouts or when high-speed tamping is essential. The 093X Dynamic Tamping Express, a continuous action tamping machine, takes efficiency to the next level by tamping three sleepers simultaneously, utilizing a total of 48 tons. It has an impressive production rate of up to 55 sleepers per minute. This machine has consistently delivered the desired results, especially on heavy haul and high-traffic density railway lines. SSP-203. Ballast Distribution and Profiling Machines, exemplified by the SSP-203, are advanced mechanized solutions for enclosing and redistributing ballast along railway tracks. Equipped with adjustable shoulder plows that avoid obstacles without altering shoulder angles, regulating plows for precise ballast flow, and an optional sweeper unit for efficient clean-up, these high-production bi-directional machines ensure optimal track maintenance. Placer ballast regulating machines excel in various applications, including construction sites and general maintenance, consistently achieving remarkable production rates and availability levels behind ballast cleaners. A922 Rail Leutronic Liebherr. The A922 Rail Leutronic Liebherr, made in Germany, is like a Swiss army knife for railways. It's a super versatile machine that can do lots of different jobs with its various tools. Whether it's building or fixing railway structures, this machine is a top choice. It's not too big, measuring 6.3 meters in length and 3 meters in height, but it's a heavyweight at 21 tons. It has a hydraulic arm that's 5 meters long, reaching up to 9 meters high. With a 160 horsepower diesel engine, it can speed around 18.6 miles per hour, making it a speedy and powerful helper in the world of railways. MFS Spoil Conveyor. Depositing spoil next to the track during ballast cleaning poses limitations due to environmental concerns and restrictions in areas like cuttings, tunnels, and station platforms. To address this, the MFS Spoil Conveyor system emerged as a solution. A high-capacity hopper wagon with a floor-mounted conveyor belt covering the entire width and a 40 cubic meter storage capacity. The wear-resistant conveyor belt's rotation speed can be controlled. The wagon also features a slowing conveyor belt on one end, independently transferring its load forward or discharging to the side. Each unit has its diesel engine for conveyor belt power. Multiple MFS units can form a train, offering flexibility. Additionally, the MFS system excels in transporting new ballast or backfill material, seamlessly integrating with ballast cleaning machines where installed. APT 1500RA. Rail joints have historically posed significant maintenance challenges on rail tracks as the discontinuity in the track surface leads to dynamic impact loads, putting extra stress on ballast and subgrade, accelerating wear and causing failures. The shift to continuous welded rail has enhanced the geometric stability of tracks, and employing the butt welding process has further minimized rail surface discontinuities. The Plasser and Thurer APT 1500RA introduces several improvements, including increased clamping forces, shorter welding durations, automatic rail alignment, and the unique ability to perform closure welds. Notably, it stands out as the sole machine fully compliant with the European Welding Standard, published in 2009, ensuring a high-quality weld and contributing to the overall efficiency and durability of rail infrastructure. 09 DynaCAD. The 09 DynaCAD earns its stripes as a heavy-duty machine, boasting high production efficiency on plain track thanks to its continuous action feature and innovative two-sleeper tamping arrangement. Notably, it incorporates an integral dynamic track stabilizer for added effectiveness. These machines have showcased outstanding performance on the iron ore export line and high-density railway lines where they've been in service for nearly a decade. Their role in day-to-day maintenance, particularly on heavy concrete turnouts and open tracks, has contributed to their impressive track record. 09 Nox Kershaw Inc. KTR 450. The KTR 450 is used for fixing train tracks. It's all about swapping out the old, worn-out sleepers with shiny new ones. Standing at 7.6 meters and weighing in at 10 tons, it's a sturdy worker on the tracks. It has an extendable steel arm, using chains to apply a force of up to 10 tons. That's some serious muscle. Its head is like a magician's hand, effortlessly removing the tired railway sleepers and popping in fresh ones. This machine is on a mission to keep the railway tracks in tip-top shape, ensuring smooth and safe travels for trains. We've come to the end of today's video. Please make sure to subscribe to the channel for more content.