BTE-450

Hi-Rail Backhoe

A high-power multitasker for maximum productivity
A versatile solution for tough track maintenance jobs, the BTE-450 Hi-Rail Backhoe offers powerful performance, extended reach, and seamless attachment swaps to tackle various complex tasks quickly and efficiently.

At-a-Glance

SPECUSMETRIC
Engine Power131 hp98 kW
Max On-Track Speed25 mph40 kph
Reach (at ground level)28 ft8.5 m
Weight28,000 lb12,700 kg
Width x Height8.5 x 14 ft2.6 x 4.3 m
Rototilt9 ft undercutter with 7’ cribber & cold air blower
Power ClassR4 high flow
The BTE-450 Hi-Rail Backhoe delivers exceptional undercutting power with its high horsepower engine. This machine effortlessly handles tough track maintenance and repairs with its convenient tool carrier for attachments and ability to mobilize to jobsites. The large capacity front bucket offers a full range of motion on the rail, ensuring unparalleled performance and efficiency.

Applications

Features
  • Four-foot extendable E-stick
  • 50′ hose reel to power 5 or 10 gpm hydraulic hand tools
  • Frame-mounted pivoting front axle
  • Extended outrigger pads for additional stability while on rail
  • Hydraulic priority valve for better attachment performance
  • Attachment tool recognition to automatically set the flows and pressures of attachments
  • Insulated shunt-able rail wheels
  • Rototilt 360° rotation and tilt attachment coupler
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BTE has an extensive fleet of hi-rail excavators and backhoes available for lease or purchase. 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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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.