Specialized Rail Equipment & Railcar Moving Solutions
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Equipment & Railcar 
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Railcar Mover Rental & Loader Switcher Railcar Mover
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Introduction Railcar Mover Systems
Railcar movement requires dependable equipment 
designed to move railcars efficiently within industrial 
facilities, railroad yards, manufacturing plants, warehouses 
and other private rail environments.
Railcar Mover Systems provide an alternative to using a 
conventional locomotive for certain short-distance railcar 
movement applications.
Mitchell Railgear offers specialized rail equipment 
solutions designed around the operational requirements of 
industrial and railroad customers.
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What Is a Railcar Mover System?
A Railcar Mover System is specialized Depending on the system, a railcar mover can 
equipment designed to move railcars 
along railroad tracks within a designated assist with:
operating environment.
• Switching railcars • Industrial switching
• Moving individual railcars • Yard movements
• Positioning railcars • Short-distance railcar 
• Loading and unloading handling
operations
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• Manufacturing facilities
• Steel mills Railcar Mover Systems – 
• Mining operations
• Distribution centers Key Applications
• Warehouses Railcar movers can be used in 
• Industrial rail yards environments such as:
• Chemical facilities
• Ports and terminals
• Transload facilities
• Private railroad operations
The appropriate railcar mover 
depends on the railcar type, 
track layout, operating 
conditions and required pulling 
or pushing capacity.
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RAILCAR 
MOVER 
RERaNilcarT MAoveLr Rental can provide organizations with Rental arrangements may be 
access to specialized railcar- considered when businesses need 
moving equipment without • eemqpuoirparmy pernojte cftos r:
• Seasonal operations
requiring an immediate • Facility expansion
equipment purchase. • Maintenance periods
• Short-term switching requirements
• Equipment replacement periods
• Testing a railcar mover before purchase
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Why Consider Railcar Mover Rental?
A rental solution may help businesses 
address temporary railcar movement 
rPeoqtueinretimale cnotns.siderations include:
• Reduced upfront equipment commitment
• Access to specialized equipment
• Flexible project planning
• Temporary switching capacity
• Support for facility changes
• Opportunity to evaluate equipment 
requirements
Rental availability, terms and equipment 
specifications should be confirmed directly with 
the supplier.
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LOADER 
Loader Switcher Railcar Mover
SWITCHER A Loader Switcher Railcar Mover combines railcar-
moving capability with equipment designed for 
RAILCAR MOVER industrial switching and material-handling environments.
These systems can be particularly relevant where 
railcars need to be positioned around industrial 
loading operations.
Typical applications can 
in•cLlouaddieng: facilities
• Bulk-material handling
• Industrial plants
• Warehouses
• Manufacturing operations
• Transload facilities
• Rail-served distribution centers
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A railcar mover can help operators position railcars where 
they are needed within a facility.
A typical movement sequence may involve:
1. Connect
 The railcar mover connects with the railcar.
2. Move
 The equipment moves the railcar along the designated track.
3. Position
 The railcar is positioned at the required loading, unloading or storage location.
4. Disconnect
 The mover is disconnected after the movement is completed.
How a Railcar 
Mover Supports 
Switching
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Railcar Mover Railcar Mover
vs. Locomotive Designed for specific switching applicationsUseful for industrial facilitiesCan provide a compact switching solution
Suitable for certain short-distance 
movements
Configuration depends on application
Conventional 
DLeoscigonmedo fotri vbreoader railroad operations
Commonly used for mainline and yard 
operations
Generally larger and more powerful
Suitable for a wider range of rail operations
Locomotive specifications vary
The appropriate solution depends on 
the facility, railcars, track layout, 
movement requirements and operating 
environment.
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Important Selection Factors
When evaluating Railcar Mover 
Systems, consider:
• Railcar weight
• Required tractive effort
• Track grade
• Track gauge
• Number of railcars moved
• Frequency of switching
• Indoor or outdoor operation
• Facility layout
• Available clearance
• Coupler requirements
• Operator controls
• Safety requirements
• Maintenance requirements
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Railcar movers can support industrial customers that need to move 
railcars without using a full-size locomotive for every switching 
task.
Potential benefits include:
• Efficient railcar positioning
• Improved facility flexibility
• Support for repetitive switching operations
• Access to confined industrial rail environments
• Reduced dependence on conventional switching locomotives for 
certain applications
Industrial Railcar 
Movement
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Specialized Rail Mitchell Railgear has extensive 
Equipment Solutions experience in rail equipment and specialized rail applications.
Its product and equipment 
solutions include:
• Railcar Mover Systems
• Railcar Mover Rental
• Loader Switcher Railcar Mover
• Rail Gear
• Hi-Rail Truck Systems
• Rail Testing Trucks
• Maintenance of Way Equipment
• Narrow Gauge Rail Truck Systems
• Rail Gear Lubrication Systems
• Custom Rail Gear Design
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Railcar Mover Systems 
– Quick Answers Railcar Mover Systems
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What is a Railcar Mover System?
 A Railcar Mover System is specialized equipment used to move 
and position railcars on designated railroad tracks, particularly in 
industrial and private rail environments.
What is Railcar Mover Rental?
 Railcar Mover Rental provides temporary access to railcar-
moving equipment for businesses that have short-term or project-
specific switching requirements.
What is a Loader Switcher Railcar Mover?
 A Loader Switcher Railcar Mover is designed for railcar switching 
and positioning around industrial loading and unloading 
operations.
Where are railcar movers used?
 Railcar movers can be used at industrial plants, manufacturing 
facilities, warehouses, ports, terminals, transload facilities and 
private rail yards.
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Find the Right Railcar Moving Solution
Conclusion & Call to Action
Whether you require a Railcar Mover System, 
Railcar Mover Rental, or Loader Switcher Railcar 
Mover, selecting the correct equipment starts 
with understanding your facility and railcar 
movement requirements.
Mitchell Railgear provides specialized rail 
equipment solutions for industrial and railroad 
applications.
Contact Mitchell Railgear
Toll Free: 1-888-553-5047
Phone: 734-529-3400
Fax: 734-529-3433
Email: [email protected]
Website: Mitchell-Railgear.com
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