Maintenance of Way Equipment & Narrow Gauge Rail Truck
                     Maintenance of Way 
Equipment & Narrow Gauge 
MAINTENANCE OF WAY EQUIPMENT
Rail Truck
NARROW GAUGE RAIL TRUCK
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ADVANCED RAIL GEAR & 
EQUIPMENT FOR RAILROAD 
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Rail Gear Systems | Road-Rail Equipment | Railroad Attachments
WHAT IS MAINTENANCE OF WAY 
EQUIPMENT?
Equipment Built for Railroad Maintenance
Maintenance of Way (MOW) equipment is used 
to inspect, maintain, repair, and improve 
railroad infrastructure.
Modern MOW equipment can support tasks such 
as:
• Track maintenance
• Rail and tie replacement
• Material handling
• Ballast work
• Vegetation management
• Track inspection
• Railroad construction
• Railcar movement
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WHY SPECIALIZED MOW 
EQUIPMENT MATTERS
Improve Railroad Maintenance Efficiency
Railroad maintenance crews need equipment that can 
perform reliably both on and off the track.
Specialized rail equipment can help operators:
• Access work locations efficiently
• Reduce manual labor
• Perform multiple maintenance tasks
• Improve machine utilization
• Transport tools and materials
• Work directly from rail
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NARROW GAUGE RAIL 
TVeRrsaUtilCe RKoad-Rail Transportation
A narrow gauge rail truck is designed to operate 
on railroad track while retaining the capabilities 
of a road vehicle.
Mitchell's Narrow Gauge Friction Drive system is 
designed for Class 4 and 5 trucks with 
approximately 15,000–19,500 GVW, including 
platforms such as Ford F-450 and F-550 trucks.
These vehicles can provide a practical platform 
for railroad maintenance and transportation 
applications.
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NARROW GAUGE 
FRICTION DRIVE 
DSesYigSnedT foEr MSpecialized Rail Applications
Mitchell's Narrow Gauge Friction Drive system 
combines:
• 33 Flexiride® rail gear
• Front rail gear
• Rear-mounted friction drive rail gear
• Reversing transmission
• Hydraulic rail brakes
• Specialized mounting components
• Rail gear controls
THE SYSTEM IS ENGINEERED TO PROVIDE A DEDICATED 
SOLUTION FOR NARROW-GAUGE RAIL APPLICATIONS ON 
COMPATIBLE CLASS 4 AND 5 TRUCKS.
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FLEXIRIDE® SUSPENSION
ADAPTABILITY TO TRACK 
CThOe NaDrroITw IGOauNgSe system incorporates 33 
Flexiride® Suspension, designed to 
accommodate changing rail conditions.
Key advantages include:
Improved ride stability
Automatic adjustment to track 
conditions
Flexible rail gear mounting
Load distribution
Enhanced rail vehicle performance
The system's suspension is designed to 
automatically adjust to varying track 
conditions.
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RAIL BRAKING SYSTEM
ADDITIONAL BRAKING 
SUPPORT
Rail operations require dependable braking 
performance.
Mitchell's Narrow Gauge system incorporates 33 
Hydraulic Cobra Rail Brakes, which work with the 
truck's foot brake to provide additional stopping 
power.
The braking system is designed to help prevent rail 
wheel slippage and reduce the potential for rail-
wheel flat spots.
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RAIL GEAR CONTROLS & 
INTEGRATION
SIMPLIFIED EQUIPMENT 
Mitchell's Narrow Gauge system includes integrated 
OcomPpEoRneAntTs dIOesiNgned to simplify installation and 
operation.
FEATURES INCLUDE:
• HANDHELD REMOTE RAIL GEAR 
CONTROLS
• PRE-ENGINEERED HYDRAULIC HOSE 
KIT
• PRE-ENGINEERED WIRING HARNESS
• ACCESSORY MOUNTING SYSTEM
• FRA-COMPLIANT LIGHTING AND 
ALARMS
TH•E RSYASITLE MG EISA DRES DIGENPEDL OTOY IMNTEENGRTA TAEL HEYRDTRASULIC AND 
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS WITHOUT EXTENSIVE CUSTOM 
FABRICATION.
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RAILROAD SAFETY FEATURES
DESIGNED WITH OPERATOR SAFETY IN 
MIND Safety is a critical consideration when 
working around railroad infrastructure.
Mitchell rail gear systems can 
incorporate features such as:
• Hydraulic safety systems
• Rail brakes
• Lighting and warning systems
• Steering wheel locks
• De-rail skids
• Rail shunts
• Remote controls
Mitchell states that its rail gear systems are 
designed to help keep railroad workers out of 
harm's way by allowing work to be 
performed from vehicle controls and using 
attachments in place of manual labor where 
practical.
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MAINTENANCE OF WAY APPLICATIONS
ONE TRUCK. MULTIPLE RAILROAD APPLICATIONS.
A properly configured road-rail truck can support a 
variety of MOW operations.
Potential applications include:
• Track inspection
• Railroad material transportation
• Maintenance support
• Trackside service
• Rail construction activities
• Tie and rail work
• Railroad equipment support
• General maintenance operations
MITCHELL OFFERS RAIL GEAR AND ATTACHMENT 
SYSTEMS ACROSS TRUCKS, EXCAVATORS, 
LOADERS, CRANES, BACKHOES, AND OTHER 
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT.
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RAIL GEAR FOR CONSTRUCTION 
EQUIPMENT
EXPANDING MOW EQUIPMEMNitchTel l Rail Gear also provides systems for construction 
equipment used in railroad maintenance.
CAPABILITIES
Available equipment categories include:
• Hydraulic excavators
• Rubber-tired excavators
• Backhoe loaders
• Wheel loaders
• Cranes
• Skidders
• Telehandlers
• Track skid steers
These systems can allow construction equipment to perform 
multiple functions on and off the railroad.
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WHY CHOOSE MITCHELL RAIL GEAR?
ENGINEERED RAIL SOLUTIONS SINCE 1978
Mitchell Equipment Corporation, operating as Mitchell 
Rail Gear, has specialized in rail gear and specialty 
attachment systems since 1978.
The company provides:
• Rail gear engineering
• Vehicle integration
• Specialty attachments
• Factory installation
• Application consulting
• Operator and maintenance training
• Long-term technical support
MITCHELL'S FOCUS IS ON PURPOSE-BUILT RAIL 
SOLUTIONS FOR DEMANDING RAILROAD 
APPLICATIONS.
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MAINTENANCE OF WAY EQUIPMENT SOLUTIONS
BUILT FOR DEMANDING RAILROAD WORK
From narrow gauge rail trucks to rail-capable excavators, 
loaders, cranes, and specialized attachments, Mitchell Rail 
Gear provides equipment solutions designed around railroad 
maintenance requirements.
Key advantages:
• Road-to-rail capability
• Multi-purpose equipment
• Specialized rail gear
• Integrated safety features
• Flexible attachment options
• Application-specific engineering
• Lifecycle technical support
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GET THE RIGHT RAIL EQUIPMENT
Need a Narrow Gauge Rail Truck or 
MOW Equipment?
Choose rail equipment designed around your vehicle, 
track requirements, and railroad application.
Mitchell Rail Gear
Rail Gear Systems | Maintenance of Way Equipment | 
Railroad Attachments | Road-Rail Equipment
Visit Mitchell Rail Gear to explore equipment options 
and request additional product information.
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CONCLUSION
ADVANCED EQUIPMENT FOR MODERN RAILROAD 
MAINTENANCE Effective railroad maintenance depends on equipment 
that combines mobility, versatility, safety, and 
dependable rail performance.
A narrow gauge rail truck can provide a specialized 
road-rail platform for maintenance operations, while 
Mitchell Rail Gear's broader portfolio of MOW 
equipment, rail gear, and attachments helps railroad 
professionals configure equipment for diverse 
applications.
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MITCHELL RAIL GEAR — ENGINEERED SOLUTIONS FOR 
RAILROAD MAINTENANCE AND ROAD-RAIL OPERATIONS.
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