BTE-325

Hi-Rail Excavator

An indispensable track maintenance workhorse
BTE-325
With a balanced combination of size, power, lift capacity, versatility, and maneuverability, the BTE-325 thrives in demanding railroad maintenance tasks.

At-a-Glance

SPECUSMETRIC
Engine Power174 hp129.7 kW
Max On-Track Speed25 mph40 kph
Reach (at ground level)35 ft10.6 m
Weight78,100 lb35,426 kg
Width x Height10.6 x 11.5 ft3.2 x 3.5 m
Swing RadiusConventional
RototiltR8 high flow
Power Class12 ft undercutter, with 2-inch bi-directional chain
Its compact radius is crucial for working in tight areas and for quick shifts on and off-track. But its powerful lifting capacity means the machine handles wood panels and other heavy loads with ease.

Applications

Features
  • Automatic Attachment Recognition
  • Priority Hydraulics for up to 30% more hydraulic flow to attachments
  • Hi-rail wheels retract for greater ground clearance
  • Two-speed drive motors for travel and towing 24” extended-life hi-rail wheels
  • Chain drive, solid axle, heavy duty bearings
  • Widened undercarriage to straddle rail
  • Joysticks for multi-function control
  • Crawler track mobility for power and stability Insulated axles (optional)
  • Rototilt 360° rotation and tilt attachment coupler

 

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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.