Rail Tie Straightener
RTS
Overview
The Racine Rail Tie Straightener precisely repositions skewed concrete ties under full crib conditions using joystick-controlled hydraulics and dual reference lasers. Its integrated ballast management system maintains track stability, while the high-performance diesel powertrain and enclosed operator cab ensure efficient, all-weather operation. The RTS can also be configured as ballast cribbers for out-of-face anchor application in a full crib.
Features
- Equipped with reference lasers to distinguish which ties need to be straightened
- Joysticks control and activate the cribbing tools to displace any ballast and allow the tie to move laterally
- Joysticks control the straightening tools, squaring up the tie
- Equipped with a center H-Frame turntable that can rotate the machine 180 degrees in the opposite direction
- Selective work/travel modes
Specs
- Seating capacity: 3 (one operator, two passengers)
- Travel Speed: 24 mph (~39 km/h); chain-driven propulsion system
- Fuel Tank Fill Capacity: 55 gallon (~208 litres) with 2" diameter fill neck, bottom sump, and mechanical fluid level gauge adequate for a day’s work
- Hydraulic Reservoir Fill Capacity: 58 gallons (~219.5 litres) with clean-out covers, guarded fluid level, and temperature gauges
- 24V system with circuit breakers for lights and accessories
- Cast steel wheels for long wear, self-aligning roller bearings, and axle locks for safe operation
- Structural steel frame with derail skids, keyhole tie downs, and rubber bumpers
- Ergonomic seat with joystick controls
Dimensions
- Length: 24' 6" (~7.44 m)
- Width: 8' 6" (~2.57 m)
- Height: 9' 10" (~3.05 m)
- Weight: 23,000 lbs (~10,433 kg)
*Dimensions vary based on user options
Safety
- Enclosed cab with HVAC system, in-cab pressurizer for a safer work environment, and acoustical protection
- Dual side egress optimizes safe operator exit in congested areas
- Safety is enhanced using electric-powered controls that reduce operator fatigue
- Workhead barriers cover exposed areas

