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Rail Industry Component:
Trackmobile LLC: Railcar Movers - Atlas

Trackmobile LLC

The new Atlas model is designed to better accommodate rail application locations requiring greater tractive effort due to unfavorable conditions or applications requiring longer strings of railcars to be moved in onsite rail spotting and switching activity. Delivering 43,900 pounds of single coupled tractive effort, and 60,200 pounds when double coupled, the Atlas not only offers more capacity but also offers the industry-first operating environment for state-of-the-art operator comfort, intuitive and safe operation, with many options included as standard equipment. Among them, Trackmobile's exclusive MAX-TRAN automatic weight transfer management system and MAX-TRAC anti-wheel slip system that ensures optimal tractive effort and performance in difficult conditions.

On-site testing of the Atlas at several different customer locations with challenging environments has proven that the new design delivers as promised and more. “The Trackmobile Atlas is not only the highest capacity model we have produced to date, but as with all Trackmobile models, it provides the most consistent tractive effort in applications with adverse track conditions and in inclement weather in the industry,” stated Bob Evans, Engineering Manager. “The shorter wheel base and machine length are a real asset when it comes to the equipment being agile and easy to manoeuvre”, he added.The Atlas is loaded with enhanced features, such as:

• Upgraded traverse coupler control valve that smooths out compression in tight curves, reducing potential for coupler buckling• Enhanced hydraulic roadwheel lift, allowing wheels to extend 33% faster
• Locking rear railwheel alignment window cover, maintains cab temperature and reduces noise
• 12 step cab epoxy dipping and finish painting to penetrate and seal all crevices for optimal rust resistance
• Premium HVAC system for unparalleled defrost, heating, and cooling effectiveness
• Fully suspended cab design for enhanced operator comfort with reduced rail vibration
• Forged steel wheels to offering longer wheel life
• Transmission mounted hydraulic parking brake, using self-contained wet disc brakes
• Tinted and tempered glass that meets ANSI 26.1 standard
• Embedded LED headlights
• Coat hooks• Locking glove compartment

Standardized Options on Atlas Include:
• Upgraded Jumpseat
• 35,000 BTU with 550 CFM HVAC
• Underhood Engine and Work Lights
• Fire Extinguisher, 5 lb.
• Foam Filled Tires
• Patented MAX-Tran automated weight transfer option
• MAX-Trac ABS and traction control option
• Train Air Charge IndicatorOther Standard Features
• Engine: Cummins 350 HP, QSL9 Turbo-charged Tier IV Diesel Engine
• Body Frame: Heavy-duty, welded 2.5” steel deck plates and 1.25” side plates
• Main frame: High-strength welded steel with 8” thick base plates and 4” thick wheel well plates
• Pivoting frame: Heavy-duty 6” think split pivoting main frame with 8” thick mounting plate with an oscillating bearing that pivots up to 10°
• Transmission: John Deere/Funk DF250 Powershift with torque converter four-speed automatic
• Rail- and Road-Drive: air activated locking differentials and outboard internal planetary axles
• Friction road wheel drive; rail shock absorption
• Brakes: Parking: hydraulic, transmission mounted, self-contained spring activated wet disc brake; Rail wheel – external hydraulic disc brakes; Road wheel – hydraulic dual caliper disc; Train Air - push button operated
• Wheels: Rail: 33” diameter forged steel; Road 12 x 20 Heavy-duty industrial min service tires
• 100 CFM air compressor pneumatic system
• Hydrostatic power steering
• Sanders: steel sand boxes; eight air-operated sanding tubes
• Ergonomically designed cab layout with easy-to-use Joystick and armrest controls
• Unsurpassed operator visibility
• Easy-to-use push button controls with color LCD display

The Atlas is available for world track gauges and coupler types through Trackmobile's network of authorized distributors. Visit trackmobile.com/products to learn how Trackmobile improves the productivity and safety of the world's rail yards.