Tie crane

This crane extends the reach of the vehicle up to 25 feet from the tracks.

Mounted on a lightweight chassis with rail wheels, the operators cab and lifting arm pivot on a base, enabling 360 degree rotation.

[1] Tie cranes are self-propelled and powered by a diesel engine, and usually weigh under ten tons and have a top speed of 20 to 25 mph.

[1] Modern tie cranes offer more advanced features than their predecessors, including more advanced engines and hydraulic brakes.

[4] While a tie crane is typically a strictly rail mounted vehicle, some manufacturers also offer road–rail vehicle versions, which have the added flexibility of being able to use roadways to move.