Multipurpose Stoneblower

Harsco Rail’s Multipurpose Stoneblower is a revolutionary machine developed specifically as an alternative to traditional tamping methods for the restoration of track’s vertical and lateral alignment. The result is a smooth track surface which is immediately available for unrestricted line speeds.

Performance:

Pneumatically injects ballast under the tie to achieve track position accuracy of 1.0 mm without disturbing the pre-existing compacted foundation
Track remains in position much longer than track maintained by traditional tamping methods
Track immediately opened at line speed after stoneblowing
Post maintenance record of quality immediately available
On-board crane loads machine completely with stone in less than one hour

Available Options

Drone Package
Absolute Geometry Package
Infra-red Light Lining System
On Deck Storage Boxes
Hydraulic Top-up Pump
Perimeter Lighting
External Emergency Stops
Laser Liner Package
Diesel Fired Cab Heater
Hydraulic Fluid and Engine Heater
Additional High Pressure Filters
Compass Package
Tow Bar and Storage Package
Window Blind Package
In Cab Toolbox Package
Fuel Filter with Water Separator
Insulation Bypass Package
Drive Axle Rail Sweep Package

INNOVATIONS:

Complete vertical and lateral track design capabilities
On-board diagnostic systems
Automatic indexing
Automatic tie position sensing
Dual encoder system
Complete track recording system
Operator interface via touch screen monitor
Diagnostic system to monitor all machine functions including drive and stone supply system

Key Specifications:

Length

32.2 m (106 ft.)

Weight

113 tonnes (124 tons) carried on three bogies

Travel Speed

100 km/h (60 mph) max

Average Output

440 m/hr (1,400 ft./hr)

Measuring Speed

16 km/h (10 mph) max

Track Lifting & Slewing

0 to 80 mm (0 to 3.2 in.)

Stone Capacity

16 tonnes (18 tons)

Stone Size

20 mm (0.8 in.)

Engineer to Order

Machines are designed to meet the customer’s specifications