The Body Pin railcar mover utilizes the hook holes built into every railcar. It is ideal for applications that feature bi-directional movement, empty and full cars, up to 50,000 lbs of force, presence of scales, and the option for on-board operation.

The indexer extends into the hook hole of the railcar and completes its cycle of motion then retracts.

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Configurations:

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• Single or reversing direction

• Indexer

• Push or pull on railcar hook hole

• Dual track operation

• Stroke can be 1 car length or multiple car lengths

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Features:

 

• An Indexer pushes for one car length at a time, unless additional track length is provided

• Maximum allowable force on the Railcar is 50,000 pounds

• Speeds from 25-60 FPM

• Igus Power Track

• On-board hydraulic power unit

• Track mounted

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PATENT # 7,377,219 B2|