Hi-rail Truck
Given the thirty years of experience gained, our hi-rail trucks are ideal for any job and best suit bearing large loads and high speeds.
OVERVIEW
A hi-rail truck, also known as a road-rail truck, is a versatile machine that operates on both roads and railways. They are primarily manufactured to efficiently respond to railway maintenance, construction projects, and emergencies. Our multipurpose machines are innovatively engineered to proceed with any type of work as fast as possible.
We provide extremely versatile road-rail vehicle fittings that are best suited for bearing large loads and high speeds. They are efficiently available in any gauge, with operative weight up to 20000 kg (44093 bs.) and speed up to 40 km/h (25 mph). In addition, they are designed to be highly customizable and capable of being coupled with a wide range of equipment, such as cranes, flatbeds, chemical weeding, etc.
ADOR’s hi-rail trucks are equipped with a robust engine with 170 kW (228 hp) power, which can make up for any type of work with the most versatility. They are also featured as cost-efficient, time-consuming, safe, reliable, minimal environmental impact, and easy to move.
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UNIMOG
Technical SPECIFICATIONS
Our hi-rail trucks are engineered to meet the specific needs of our clients, offering customizable features and configurations.
Listed below are the general technical specifications of our road-rail truck. For the complete specifications in details, please download the catalog at the bottom of the page.
| Engine power: 170 kW (228 hp) |
| Operative weight: Up to 20.0000 kg (44093 lbs.) |
| Speed: Up to 40 km/h (25 mph) |
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FAQS
What Are Hi-Rail Truck?
Hi-rail trucks, also known as road rail trucks, are super-efficient machines that can be used on both railways and roads. These versatile road-rail vehicles are typically designed to track maintenance and inspection, transport workers to job sites, carry equipment and materials for railway projects, and respond to rail emergencies. Accordingly, they could be one of the primary components of the road-rail industry.
Regarding their conversion features, road rail vehicles are equipped with retractable rail wheels that can be lowered to access railroad tracks and rail gear frames to distribute the machine’s weight on the tracks. In addition, most of them are engineered with hydraulic or pneumatic systems, which use pressure to control the movement of the rail gear, offering a smoother transition between road and rail modes.
What Are Road-Rail Vehicles Used for?
Since road-rail vehicles or hi-rail trucks are known for their high efficiency and functionality, here we mention some of the most common applications of these versatile railroad machines in the following:
- Railroad maintenance and inspection
- Construction projects, such as transporting heavy machines, equipment, and materials required to work along rail lines
- Responding to emergencies like firefighting, railway accidents, derailments, etc
- Environmental maintenance by controlling trackside vegetation and removing debris
- Supporting mass transit (e.g. subways and light rails)
However, road-rail trucks are usually customizable based on your construction or maintenance project, adapting to your needs.
Advantages and Limitations of Hi-rail Trucks
As one of the most versatile and efficient road-rail vehicles, hi-rail trucks offer a wide range of advantages, which are as follows:
- Dual functionality: They are designed convertibles to perform both railway and road tasks.
- Diverse applications: They provide various applications such as track inspection, maintenance, construction, and emergency cases.
- Cost-efficiency: Their versatility and convertibility make them significantly budget-friendly.
- Time savings: Engineered to respond at high speed, which helps you save time.
- Best suit emergencies: Their high speed makes them efficient in proceeding with emergency cases.
- Environmentally friendly: As a single vehicle with multiple functions, they contribute to reduced fuel consumption.
On the other hand, road-rail trucks may have some limitations that are better understood before using them. Here are the most common limitations of hi-rail trucks:
- Weather conditions: Weather conditions like heavy rain, snow, or ice can affect their performance.
- Regulatory compliance: Their operations require specific regulations and standards.
- Road and track safety: Whether they operate on the road or rail, they should adhere to the standards and conditions of each mode.
- Maintenance: Regular maintenance is required to prevent malfunctions.
