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Hi-Rail Equipment

Excavators

BTE-308

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Backhoes

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Track Construction

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Rail Threader

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Tie Handling

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Tube Talon

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Undercutting and Tamping

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Undercutter

Undercutter with Spoils Wheel

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Vegetation and Snow

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

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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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Construction

Rail Threader

Attachment

Guide and install long lengths of rail with maximum precision and efficiency. Perfect for smoothly threading rail through tight curves and switches during construction projects.

overview

The BTE Rail Threader is a heavy-duty rail threading tong designed to expedite the process of positioning the rail into place. Equipped with two rollers per jaw, it provides smooth and controlled movement that ensures efficient and precise rail threading. Built for durability and reliability, this attachment enhances safety and productivity by reducing manual handling and improving alignment accuracy during track installation and maintenance.

Features

Guides rail smoothly into position with two rollers per jaw
Provides controlled and precise rail placement for accurate alignment
Enhances safety by minimizing worker exposure to heavy lifting
Handles heavy rail sections with stability and reliability
Streamlines rail threading and placement

BTE Means It’s Built Better

Precise Rail Threading

Two rollers per jaw ensure controlled movement, allowing for accurate placement of rail sections

Increased Safety

Automating the threading process minimizes the need to manually maneuver heavy rail

Engineered for High-Performance

Designed to consistently deliver maximum production in minimal time

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

At-a-Glance

SPECS	US	METRIC
Height/Length	25” x 15”	635 mm x 381 mm
Width	12”	305 mm
Weight	130 lbs	59 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.

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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.

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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

Rail Threader

overview

Features

BTE Means It’s Built Better

Precise Rail Threading

Increased Safety

Engineered for High-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

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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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