Mecalac launches 216MRail compact railway excavator

Mecalac, the world's leading manufacturer of compact construction equipment, recently launched its latest product - the 216MRail compact railway excavator. The excavator

is the result of 20 years of collaboration between Mecalac and rail and road experts and is designed to meet the special needs of railway construction and maintenance.

The 216MRail compact railway excavator features an innovative design with a low center of gravity and good balance, enabling it to achieve a lifting capacity of up to 8 tons on track.

 Its hydrostatic transmission system ensures smoothness and comfort when traveling on rails, with a maximum speed of 30 kilometers per hour. In addition, the excavator is equipped with pneumatic brakes and can tow a trailer.

In terms of flexibility, the 216MRail compact railway excavator has excellent front and height adjustment capabilities, as well as 4 steering wheels, allowing it to still demonstrate a high degree of maneuverability in small spaces. Its unique structural design enables the machine to work under 4.28-meter-high overhead lines, greatly expanding the operating range and improving work efficiency. At the same time, the 360° direct visibility design ensures the safety of operators and other on-site personnel.

As a customized product produced by Mecalac, the 216MRail compact railway excavator is not modified from a standard transformer.

It uses hydrostatic transmission technology to effectively reduce tire wear, and has an eco-mode and on-demand system to reduce unnecessary energy consumption. In addition, Mecalac offers a two-year warranty and has launched a new MyMecalac preventive maintenance solution to help customers better manage their machines.

When it comes to operations, Mecalac is committed to providing simple and innovative solutions. By simplifying the operating interface and optimizing data display, drivers can operate the machine more easily. Driver assistance functions such as cylinder coupling and track mode can be implemented through simple switches to meet different operating needs.

The railway maintenance industry continues to develop globally, with an increasing demand for efficient and safe operating equipment. The 216MRail compact railway excavator is ideally suited to meet this need. The machine follows standard size (1435mm) track spacing and complies with the requirements of future European standard EN15746 and can be widely used worldwide. Through the global Mecalac dealer network, customers can receive timely and high-quality service support.

Summary: The 216MRail compact railway excavator launched by Mecalac is a piece of equipment specially designed and optimized for railways. With its innovation, compactness and flexibility, it has become an excellent ally in railway engineering. Developed through 20 years of collaboration with railway and road experts, this excavator successfully meets the special needs of railway construction and maintenance, making it a sound investment choice.