Ballast Regulator

M7

Key Features

  • Complete rebuilt program available for Pyke/Nordco Model KL, M, and M2 Ballast Regulator/Snowfighters. 
  • Fully enclosed, climate-controlled cab
  • Single-pass ballast transfer system
  • 1"-thick hydraulically adjustable front plow
  • Ballast wings with full joystick control
  • Hydraulically driven, cab-controlled broom assembly
  • Stone deflector
  • Optional snow plowing/removal equipment available
  • Ground-controlled, continuous power-up hydraulic turntable
  • Cummins Tier III diesel engine
  • Four-wheel hydrostatic drive
  • Four-speed power shift transmission
  • 110V engine oil and block heater
  • Hydraulic warm-up valves
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Dual-purpose, four-season machine

Use the M7 as a ballast regulator during spring, summer, and fall. Then simply swap out several components to convert it into a snow-fighting machine in the winter.

Three wing types available for all ballast-sculpting needs

Three available wing types - fixed, rotational, and articulating rotational- allow for precise ballast sculpting and profiling, while handling varying grades of ballast. In addition, the broom is easily adjusted for specific height and tilt requirements.

Handle multiple snow-removal situations

Need to remove snow on your main lines as well as in your yard? The M7 is designed to handle all your snow removal needs:

  • Heavy-duty snow wings with 16.5 foot reach on each side
  • Positionable three-stage snow auger and blower
  • Multi-position snowplow for V-configuration or left/right snow placement

Lower cost of ownership

Since you only need one machine for ballast regulation and snow removal, you save on initial acquisition costs, maintenance costs, and even storage costs - lowering your overall total cost of ownership.

In addition, the M7 uses many of the same components as other Nordco machines, so you can stock fewer maintenance parts.

Category Specification Value
General Weight 54,000 lbs
  Length 37’
  Width 11’ 4” (with wings in up and locked position)
  Working Clearance 14’ 1” (from center of track with one fixed wing extended)
  Height 12’ 6”
  Wheel Base 15’ 
  Travel Speed 40 mph (maximum)
Capacities Fuel Tank 150 gallons
  Hydraulic Tank 170 gallons
Engine Make/Model Cummins, Tier III, turbo-charged, six-cylinder
Hydraulic System Track Drive Pumps Sauer Danfoss 90 Series
  Implement and Blower Pumps Sauer Danfoss 45 Series
Electrical System Battery 24 Vdc (dual 12V DC batteries), 1150 cold-cranking amps
Axle Drive System Drive Type

Mechanically coupled, dual axle drive from a 4 speed powershift transmission

Brakes Type/Style Cobra-style

 

Category Option Type Description
Snow/Winter Snow/Winter-related accessories Stairs on broom shroud, snow wings, and snow auger, 110V hydraulic tank heater, 16 ft-reach snow wings, additional lower snow curls, brake de-icing feature, cab-controlled power lockups for snow wings, center flanging plate, Espar airtronic 4 diesel-fired cab heater, Espar diesel-fired engine heater, high-speed V-plow, second operator’s suspension seat, snow screw and blower, upper snow curls for front plow
Repair & Maintenance Lubrication System Electric top-off pump
  Schroeder test mates Filters oil to remove engine wear-related metal filings
Other Accessories Gauges and alarms Fuel level site gauge, hydraulic reservoir temperature gauge, low hydraulic oil level/high hydraulic oil temperature alarm, hydraulic tank fluid level gauge, hydraulic system pressure gauges
  Lighting and Mirrors Dome light in engine compartment, electrical cabinet light, locomotive headlights, perimeter lighting package, additional rear view mirror
  Storage Storage box, additional book storage box
  Miscellaneous “Danger Live Track” chain-mounted signs, DOT reflective tape, extra parts/operations/maintenance manuals, tow bar with D-handle hitch pins, side window wipers, auxiliary air compressor, 4” vise welded to machine, wheel fenders
  Turntable Safety interlock and low turntable warning, spring-loaded lock on turntable

 

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