Equipment

Hi-Rail Equipment

Excavators

BTE-308

BTE-313

BTE-M318

BTE-325

BTE-326

BTE-330

Backhoes

BTE-420XE

BTE-450

Carts

Ballast Center Dump Cart

Configurable Cart

Power Side Dump Cart

Tub Cart

Power Units

BallastPower Rover

Railbound Hydraulic Power Unit (RHPU)

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Attachments

Attachments

Bridge Work

Trackjack

Buckets and Grapples

Digging Bucket

Ditching Bucket

Power Grip Bucket

Cribbing Bucket

Thumb Bucket

Culvert Cleaning

Culvert Cleaner

Mini Culvert Cleaner

Track Construction

Magnet

Panel Lifter

Pile Driver

Rail Breaker

Rail Threader

Tin Bin

Tower Shear

Tie Handling

Concrete Tie Unloader

Multi-Grapple

Roller Tube Talon

Tie Dragon

Tie Head

Tie Shear

Tube Talon

Universal Tie Head

Undercutting and Tamping

Cribber

Diamond Tamper

Tamper

Undercutter

Undercutter with Spoils Wheel

Universal Tamper

Vegetation and Snow

Brush Cutter

Cold Air Blower

Extendable Pole Saw

Mulcher

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Technology

Technology

Priority Hydraulics

BTE’s system delivers 30% more hydraulic flow to attachments in use—maximizing performance, precision, and on-track efficiency.

Auto Tool Recognition (ATR)

ATR auto-adjusts hydraulic settings to match your BTE attachment—reducing setup time, errors, and the need for manual recalibration.

Safety

Safety is engineered into everything we build. From tech-driven features like Bridge Mode to intuitive operator alerts, BTE puts protection first.

Smart Controls

Simple touchscreen controls and built-in fail safes keep your crew productive, your machine protected, and downtime to a minimum.
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From remote support to on-site sessions, BTE training makes it easy for your crew to master operation, safety, and maintenance.

FAQ

Have questions about specs, leasing, or equipment capabilities? Our FAQ covers the most common topics to get you answers fast.

Leasing Options

Avoid upfront costs and scale your fleet as needed. BTE offers flexible leasing options to fit your timeline and your budget.

Financing

Short-term or long-term, our flexible financing options help you get the equipment you need—on terms that work for your team.

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Browse detailed spec sheets for BTE equipment and attachments to find specifications, features, and compatibility information.
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From product updates to industry news, you can find practical insights from our subject matter experts to help your team work smarter and safer.

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See how real Maintenance of Way (MOW) crews are using BTE equipment to tackle tough jobs, improve efficiency, and keep maintenance on track.
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When you need the right equipment right now, BTE stays equipped to deliver.

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Construction

Pile Driver

Attachment

Drive foundation piles with vibratory hydraulic force for bridge supports, and right-of-way structures. Designed for rail construction durability.

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The BTE Pile Driver delivers an impressive 40 tons of driving force at maximum frequency, featuring both bottom and side clamps for versatile application. With 360-degree rotation via Rototilt and compatibility with the BTE-330 and BTE-325/326 models, it ensures optimal performance and flexibility on the job.

Features

Excavator-mounted vibratory driver/extractor
40 tons of driving force at max frequency
Bottom clamp and side clamp
360 degrees rotation with Rototilt

BTE Means It’s Built Better

Strong Driving Force

Provides 40 tons of driving force at maximum frequency, ensuring powerful and efficient pile driving

Versatile Operation

Bottom and side clamps ensure steady lift and release, providiing unmatched versatility

Trusted Performance

Delivers consistent and reliable pile-driving results on every job to maximize efficiency and safety

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Get the attachments you need, right when you need them.

At-a-Glance

SPECS	US	METRIC
Height/Length	54” x 78”	1,372 mm x 1,982 mm
Width	67”	1,702 mm
Weight	5,700 lbs	2,586 kg

Applications

Compatible Machines

BTE-325

174 HP

BTE-326

202 HP

BTE-330

273 HP

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BTE has an array of attachments for all of your hi-rail excavators and backhoes. With our headquarters in Missouri and strategic BTE locations across North America, the machines you need can be available as soon as now.

Explore More Attachments

BTE engineers versatile, dependable attachments for every hi-rail application. Explore our full line of work attachments and experience the BTE difference.

We are certain we have the perfect machine for you to help accomplish even the toughest of projects.

Let’s Talk Solutions

BTE is here to make railroad track maintenance and construction safer, simpler, and faster. Tell us what your team needs. We’ll build a better tomorrow together.

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Maintenance, Equipment, Insights

Pile Driver

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Features

BTE Means It’s Built Better

Strong Driving Force

Versatile Operation

Trusted Performance

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At-a-Glance

Applications

Compatible Machines

BTE-325

BTE-326

BTE-330

See it in Action

Need it now? Let's connect.

Explore More Attachments

Undercutting & Tamping

Undercutting & Tamping

Tie Handling

Tie Handling

Rail Construction

Rail Construction

Vegetation & Snow

Vegetation & Snow

Culvert Cleaning

Culvert Cleaning

Buckets & Grapples

Buckets & Grapples

Bridge Work

Bridge Work

Let’s Talk Solutions

Resources

Signs It’s Time to Upgrade Your Railroad Maintenance Equipment

The Benefits of Specialized Maintenance Equipment for Railroads

5 Key FRA Regulations Every Railroad Maintenance Crew Should Know

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