Side profile of a Nordco HydraLift with a transparent background
Joystick control system on a Nordco Hydralift
Workhead on a Nordco Hydralift
Control system and components on a Nordco HydraLift

HydraLift

The HydraLift is a compact, lightweight rail maintenance machine with heavy-duty cylinders for efficient plate insertion, offering single or dual-rail operation modes that enhance safety and flexibility. Its design allows quick adjustments for different rail sizes, heights, and tie configurations, with intuitive, ergonomic controls including a height-adjustable valve bracket and integrated plate-pushing tools.

  • Small footprint and low weight
  • Minimal mechanical components
  • Single or dual-rail operating modes for use by both rail and tie gangs
  • Self-propelled
  • Adjustable for different rail sizes and heights, tie sizes, and ballast conditions
  • Ergonomic controls
  • Integrated plate-pushing tools
  • Temporary override settings
  • Electric start with neutral start feature
  • Work lights over each rail
  • 4,000lbs
  • 7′ 8″ Length
  • 4′ 2″ Wheel Base
  • 6′ Width
  • 8′ 1″ Height
  • 10 Gallon Fuel Tank
  • Duetz engine
  • Remote adjustable plate-pushing wands and cables
  • Fuel/Water Separator
  • Corner-mounted jackstands
  • Remote fluid drains
  • Fuel level site gauge, hydraulic reservoir temperature gauge, low hydraulic oil level/high hydraulic oil temperature alarm
  • Amber strobe light, perimeter lighting package
  • Additional book storage box, operator belongings box, track tool box
  • DOT reflective tape, extra parts/operations/maintenance manuals, rail sweeps, tow bar with D-handle hitch pins, additional book storage box