Construction

Tower Shear

Attachment
Cut through steel rail towers with maximum force. Built for efficient removal of towers during tie changeouts or full rail reconstructions.

overview

The BTE Tower Shear is a high-powered attachment designed for rapid and efficient removal of clips and towers from concrete ties. Featuring powerful concrete shearing jaws, it delivers extreme force to streamline track maintenance and repair. Capable of shearing hundreds of ties per shift, the BTE Tower Shear attachment increases productivity while reducing manual labor.

Features

  • Quickly removes clips and towers from concrete ties
  • Features powerful concrete shearing jaws for efficient cutting
  • Delivers extreme force to handle tough clips and towers
  • Capable of shearing hundreds of ties per shift
  • Reduces manual labor by automating the clip and tower removal process

BTE Means It’s Built Better

Efficient Clip and Tower Removal

Streamlines the removal of clips and towers, allowing crews to shear hundreds of ties per shift

Unmatched Shearing Power

Equipped with powerful shearing jaws that deliver extreme force to cut through concrete with ease

Designed for Safety

Reduces manual labor and enhances safety by automating the de-clipping proces

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At-a-Glance

SPECSUSMETRIC
Height/Length40” x 40”1,016 mm x 1,016 mm
Width26”661 mm
Weight1,500 lbs681 kg

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