Maintain Clear Railways with a Custom Hi Rail Truck

Ensure the safety and efficiency of your railway operations with custom railroad trucks for sale from Chemical Containers, Inc. (CCI). We design and build high-performance spray trucks specifically tailored for vegetation control on railways.

Each high rail truck from CCI boasts features like gps-guided spray technology for easy navigation, extended-reach booms for precise spraying, and chemical injection systems for accurate and controlled application. Our durable tanks are built to withstand even the harshest conditions, and our experienced engineers can customize each truck to meet your unique needs. Contact CCI today to discuss your railroad herbicide spraying requirements and discover how our custom spray trucks can help you achieve optimal track conditions.

 

Railroad Truck FAQs

What is a truck that can go on rails?

A truck that can go on rails is called a hi rail truck. Also known as a high rail truck, these vehicles are specially designed with both regular rubber tires for driving on roads and flanged steel wheels that can be lowered to allow them to travel on rails.

What is the purpose of a hi rail truck?

The purpose of a hi rail truck is to provide a versatile and efficient platform for various tasks related to railroad maintenance, inspection, and construction. Here's a breakdown of their key functions:

• Transporting tools and materials: Railroad trucks act like mobile workshops, carrying essential tools and materials needed for track repairs and maintenance. They also support weed control efforts by transporting equipment and personnel needed for railroad herbicide spraying.
• Track inspections: A high rail truck allow inspectors to travel quickly and safely along the tracks to identify any issues like wear and tear, damage, or potential safety hazards.
• Material delivery: These vehicles play a crucial role in delivering construction materials like new rails, ties, and ballast to the work site on the tracks, streamlining the construction process.

How do railroads keep weeds from growing?

The most common method is specialized herbicides applied in a controlled manner with a hi rail truck to target weeds. The two main types of herbicides used are pre-emergent and post-emergent.

Pre-emergent herbicides are applied before weeds germinate to prevent seeds from sprouting. Post-emergent herbicides target actively growing weeds.

Here's how railroad trucks contribute to weed control:

• Carrying equipment: A high rail truck acts as mobile platforms for transporting equipment used in weed control including spray tanks.
• Reaching specific areas: Since a hi rail truck can travel on both roads and tracks, it offers greater accessibility compared to trains or purely track-bound equipment. This allows workers to reach specific areas or remote sections of the track for railroad herbicide spraying.