Tie Handling

Tie Head

Attachment
Handle and position ties with precision and speed during tie replacements. Engineered for both wood and concrete, with superior grip and control.

overview

The BTE Tie Head is a heavy-duty tie-changing attachment designed specifically for railroad maintenance of way. With dual cylinders for increased clamping force and carbide-tipped jaw pads for a secure grip on railroad ties, it ensures efficient and safe handling during maintenance operations. Built tough for reliability in demanding environments, the BTE Tie Head is the ideal choice for enhancing productivity and precision on railway track work.

Features

  • Designed for efficient tie removal and placement
  • Provides a secure grip on railroad ties for safe handling
  • Features dual cylinders for increased clamping force
  • Equipped with tungsten carbide-tipped jaw pads for extra durability
  • Enhances productivity by streamlining tie replacements

BTE Means It’s Built Better

Secure Tie Handling

Powerful dual cylinders amplify clamping force for easy handling

Minimal Slippage

Tungsten carbide-tipped jaws ensure a steadfast grip on ties of various dimensions

Maximum Versatility

Special-engineered to ensure compatibility with backhoes and excavators

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At-a-Glance

SpecificationUSMetric
Height/Length38” x 27”966 x 686 mm
Width17.5"445 mm
Weight600 lbs273 kg
Aux. Hydraulic Circuits Reqs.Med. Pres. Circuit
Squeeze Cylinder Reqs.10 Max GPM / 3,000 Max PSI37 l/m / 20,684 kPa

Applications

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Resources

Maintenance, Equipment, Insights

If the hi-rail equipment you depend on isn’t keeping up, the whole operation goes out of balance.

Equipment, Maintenance

Railroad construction and maintenance has never been easy. But increasing freight volumes, higher train speeds, and growing pressure to minimize track outages only make maintenance of way crews’ work more demanding.

Insights, Compliance

Meeting FRA regulations isn't only about compliance. It's about using every tool available to us to maintain safe, efficient railroad operations.