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Trackmobile Vulcan

The Vulcan is Trackmobile's newest model. Designed for more rugged and higher duty cycle applications, the Vulcan is engineered for powerful efficiency and comfort, delivering up to 71,000 lbf of tractive effort.

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Max tractive effort71,250 lbf
Machine weight103,000 lbs
PowerCummins 8.9 L turbo diesel, 350 hp
TransmissionFunk DF250 powershift
DriveRubber tire on rail with steel guide wheels
Trackmobile Vulcan railcar mover

Standard Features

Safety

Options

Specifications

Tractive Effort

Tractive effort71,250 lbf [315 kN]

Dimensions / Performance

Wheel base142" [3,607 mm]
Rail & road clearance11.5" [292 mm]
Rail & road height152" [3,860 mm]
Length340" [8,636 mm]
Width120" [3,048 mm]
Weight103,000 lbs [46,818 kg]
Rail gaugeAAR Standard 56.5" [1,435 mm]

Speeds (forward & reverse)

LowOn rail 2.4 mph [3.9 km/h]; on road 2.4 mph [3.9 km/h]
2nd gearOn rail 4.7 mph [7.6 km/h]; on road 4.7 mph [7.6 km/h]
3rd gearOn rail 9.5 mph [15.3 km/h]; on road 9.5 mph [15.3 km/h]
4th gearOn rail 15 mph [24 km/h]; N/A on road

Engine

EngineCummins electronic turbo-charged 8.9 L [543 in³], in-line 6 cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder, 350 hp [261 kW] @ 2,100 rpm, max torque 990 lb-ft [1,342 N-m] @ 1,900 rpm
Fuel tankSteel, 120 gallon [454 L]

Air Intake

Intake air heaterPreheats incoming combustion air prior to start
Air filtration (Tier IV)3-stage filtration, high-efficiency pre-cleaner, primary and safety filter

Powertrain

TransmissionFunk DF 250-series, constant mesh spur gearing. Four-speed forward and reverse with selectable power-shift manual or automatic with 4th gear or 3rd and 4th gear lock-out for rail, road, or both
AxlesTwo out-board internal planetary type with high strength ductile iron axle housing
DifferentialTwo rigid, outboard planetary, air actuated, auto-control differential locking

Safety Features

Automatic shutdownHigh engine temperature; low engine coolant level; high compressor temperature; high hydraulic system oil temperature (optional low hydraulic system oil level)

Brake System

Machine brakingHydraulic disc brakes with dual front calipers and triple rear calipers (19" rotors)
Machine parking brakeHydraulic transmission mounted, self-contained, spring-activated wet disc park brake
Train air brakes100 gallon [378 L] train air reservoir with glad hand connections

Train Air Compressor

Compressor100 cfm rotary screw (standard). All train air system options feature in-cab train air valves

Hydraulic System

SystemConstant pressure hydraulic system, piston pump and O-ring face seal fittings, oil filtered below ISO 18/16/13. Provides on-road and on-rail braking power and hydraulic steering on road

Electrical System

AlternatorHD 12-volt DC, 160 amp
BatteriesTwo, 925 CCA
Digital instrumentationSAE-J1939 CAN-Bus control system
Digital control display10" display for real-time machine statistics and diagnostic data
CamerasGuide wheel railing cameras with 10" color monitor
Additional camerasSafe-T-View II™ camera/monitor setup included
AlarmsAutomatic backup road mode alarm, selectable electronic warble type alarm, blast type air horn, amber strobe warning lights

Wheels / Tires

On roadFour Michelin XZM 32-ply 14.00 x 24 rated rubber tires
On railEight 15.75" [400 mm] heat-treated, cast steel guide wheels manufactured to AAR M107/M-208

Rail Sanders

SandersEight individual, air-operated, electronically-controlled sanders and track cleaning system

Chassis / Frames

Main frameHeavy-duty, high-strength welded 3" [76.2 mm] structural plates
Pivoting guide wheelsHeavy-duty pivoting guide wheels with 3 axes of rotation that pivot up to 10°, assuring all guide wheels contact the rail at all times
Body frameHeavy-duty, all-welded construction using pre-formed steel plates and structural forms

Suspension

SuspensionAir-ride suspension, four Firestone airbags and shock absorbers between body frame and fully suspended cab with leveling adjustment capability

Couplers / Coupler Beams

CouplersTwo heavy-duty cast steel positive coupling and uncoupling with AAR contour coupler and locking knuckles
Coupler beamsTwo coupler beams (graphite infused, forged, reinforced) with hydraulic coupler positioning

Maximum tractive effort can be affected by grades and adverse track conditions. Speeds depend on grade, load, altitude and other factors. Specifications subject to change without notice.

Specifications are from Trackmobile published literature and may change without notice. Confirm with a Gordon Russell specialist before ordering.

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