QMP LTD | Portable Tie Changer

PORTABLE TIE CHANGER

Extracts and inserts all ties

Under joint bars

Spot tie work

Longest switch ties, even at frogs and switch points

Incomparable portability

435 lbs. without power unit

250 lbs. more with power unit

Tremendous power

18,500 lbs. extraction force

10,000 lbs. insertion force

10,000 lbs. gripping force

35+ tie change outs per hour

EP-3000

TIE CHANGER

EP-3000

with power unit

Ample power to extract the longest switch tie.

18,500 lbs. extraction force guarantees removal of the most stubborn ties in heavy ballast.

Even the toughest 20’ switch ties are replaced quickly and easily.

Operator has excellent view of work areas.

Thirty-five or more tie change outs per hour.

TRANSPORTATION TO WORK SITE

Powered from any vehicle with 10 GPM. 2,000 PSI hydraulic power.

Unique design allows extraction and insertion force to be transmitted directly to the rail through a bracket on the main cylinder. As a result, a simple, lightweight tubular frame is adequate.

Operator can be productive in under an hour. No previous experience required.

EP-3000 powered by truck- Standard track ties are extracted in two 4’ strokes.

By Hi-Rail Crane Truck

Weighing only 435 lbs., the compact EP-3000 is handled easily by the truck crane.

The crane operator and his helper load or unload the EP-3000 in about 3 minutes. Fits safely on the truck deck leaving ample space for ties.

By pick-up truck

The only machine light and compact enough for transportation on a pick-up truck.

Equipped with fold down carrying handles for track clearing by small gang forces.

Optional set of wheels available.

EP-3000

Powered from your truck

For a free demonstration, quotation or more information on any of our products please contact us today!

EP-3000 SIMPLICITY

1 Hydraulic Hose Drum

Always keeps main cylinder hydraulic hoses tight, safe, and out of the way.

2 Jaws

Grips ties quickly and precisely.

10,000 lbs. of gripping force prevents slipping.

Self-centering tie grips.

Raised in seconds to clear

wayside obstacles.

3 Quick Disconnects

Connects to 10 GPM, 2,000 psi power unit.

Connects to truck hydraulic system.

Allows operation of Spike, Puller, Spike Driver, and Tie Tampers

4 Three Station Control Valve

Easy to understand, simple to use

In/out – 2 speeds

Up/down

Grip/release

Specifications

Weight

• 435 lbs. without the power unit

• 250 lbs. power unit

• 685 lbs. including gas power unit

• 725 lbs. with integral diesel power

Dimensions

• Length 96”

• Width 35”

• Height 36”

Power

• 18,500 lbs. extraction force

• 10,000 lbs. insertion force

• 10,000 lbs. gripping force

Hydraulic Power Unit

• 10 GPM or two 5 GPM

• 2,000 PSI nominal pressure

• 18 HP Briggs & Stratton Engine

Wheels

3” diameter

All gauges from 1,000 mm to 1,675 mm (39 3/8 to 66”)

Frame

• Lightweight tubular steel welded construction

Three Station Control Valve

• Located for good view of work

• Controls all operations simply

• Easy and fast to learn

• In/out

• Up/down

• Grip/Release

Jaws

• Grips ties quickly and precisely

• 1,000 lbs. of gripping force prevents slipping

• Raised in 2 seconds to clear obstacles

Quick Disconnects

• Connects to detachable power unit

• Connects to truck hydraulic system

• Allows operation of Spike Puller, Spike Driver, and Tie Tampers

Hydraulic Hose Drum

• Keeps main cylinder hydraulic hoses tight, safe ,and out of the way

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