2023 Brandt OTM Tracker Base

2023 Brandt OTM Tracker

Trusted by many Class 1 Railways, the proven and efficient OTM Tracker is a single, fully integrated track maintenance machine that safely moves from highway transport deck to the top of rail maintenance cars and back again in a matter of minutes maximizing your productivity and efficiency. Once elevated to the top of your maintenance cars, the OTM Tracker moves effortlessly from car to car enabling the management of all your track maintenance materials with unmatched dexterity, reach, lift and speed. Once your job is complete, the OTM Tracker can safely resume its highway transport position and be on its way to the next job site in only minutes. The OTM tracker saves you time and money, while reducing all important track downtime.

Features may include:

• Audible and visual warning devices

• Three point contact for ingress and egress (operator cab)

• Strategically positioned grab handles and safety steps

• Safety guard on front window of operator cab

• Counter balance valves on all lifting cylinders

• Stabilizing clamps that anchor the OTM Tracker when on top of rail cars

• Remote controlled operation of the OTM Tracker transfer system

• Squat clamps that allow the OTM Tracker to lower itself into the rail car for increased clearance under bridges and tunnels.

• Mobility is a key feature of the OTM Tracker System. The Brandt R4 Power unit and the OTM Tracker can travel on the road at full highway speeds or on rail at 40 miles per hour while pulling or pushing railcars. The conversion from road-to-rail or vice versa can be accomplished within any 30 foot crossing in three minutes.

• The base for the Brandt R4 Power Unit is a Freightliner chassis with a 600 HP Cummins engine that produces more pulling power and enables higher travels speeds on road and rail. The OTM Tracker is a converted John Deere excavator with a purpose-built walking beam undercarriage, boom and arm. These premium brands deliver legendary quality as well as proven reliability and serviceability.

• ndustry Leading Reach - The boom and arm have been designed for greater reach and lifting capacity than any other car-topper system.

• Operator Comfort - The OTM Tracker cab features air conditioning, 360 degree visibility, John Deere joystick controls and an ergonomic panel. Strategically placed safety steps and grab handles, along with its fall protection kit ensure operator safety.

• Undercarriage Remote Control - A wireless remote control transfers the OTM Tracker from the trailer to the R4 Power Unit and then form the R4 Power Unit to the rail car. This allows the operator to remain on the ground while the transfer is being made.

• Durable OTM Trailer - The low profile OTM Trailer (45,000 lbs. rating), transports the OTM Tracker and complies with the requirements for a legal load. Stepped pedestals on the trailer enable the OTM Tracker to climb under its own power from the trailer to the Brandt Power Unit.

• Brandt Power Unit

• Parallel Lift Deck

• OTM Trailer

• OTM Tracker