Handles wood and concrete ties
The TRIPP is designed to handle all wood, as well as wood composite, ties. In addition, optional concrete grippers are available to convert the TRIPP to handle concrete ties.
Adjustable gripper force
The gripper force for the tie gripper assembly can be adjusted for the following:
- Different tie types
- Tie degradation (to prevent further tie disintegration during removal)
- Tie insertion (to prevent damage to new ties)
Operates from either side of track
82-inch-stroke-length workheads allow the operator to perform removal/insertions from either side of the track, allowing greater control in obstructed or constricted areas; the operator can also access the cab from either side of the machine.
Adjusts for different rail types and heights
Simple switch settings allow the operator to quickly adjust for jointed or welded rail. In addition, operator-controlled settings allow rail lift height adjustments for different rail heights - even different heights on left and right rails.
Stock fewer maintenance parts
Since the TRIPP uses many of the same components as other Nordco machines, you can stock fewer maintenance parts on your parts wagon.
| Category | Specification | Value |
| General | Weight | 36,000 lbs |
| | Length | 36’ |
| | Width | 11’ |
| | Working clearance | 12’ 1” (from center of track with one tie exchanger extended) |
| | Height | 11’ 6” |
| | Wheel base | 25’ |
| | Travel speed | 23 mph (maximum) |
| Capacities | Fuel tank | 120 gallons |
| | Hydraulic tank | 2 @85 gallons |
| Engine | Make/Model | Cummins Tier III |
| Hydraulic System | Pumps | Oil Gear PVG |
| | Control valves | Piston pump |
| Electrical System | Battery | 24 Vdc (dual 12V DC batteries), 1150 cold-cranking amps |
| Axle Drive System | Drive type | Dual-axle, chain-drive, hydraulic |
| Brakes | Type/Style | Pneumatically-applied (air), four-wheel, Cobra-style |
| Category | Option Type | Description |
| Cabin | Cabin accessories | Cab window shades, vandal guards (protective screens over cab windows) |
| Tie Control | Tie-related accessories | Concrete tie grippers (1 pair), rail lift spotting feature, tie insertion stop device, upgrades to make machine suitable for work in third-rail territory |
| Engine | Engine upgrade | John Deere Tier IV diesel engine |
| Repair & Maintenance | Lubrication system | Air-powered grease lubrication system (35# pail & 32’ hose) |
| | Electric hydraulic tank fill system | Allows quick filling of hydraulic tank |
| | Spare hose tree | Stores extra hoses on the machine |
| | Remote coolant filter loops | Allows quick filter maintenance |
| | Schroeder KF 30 case drain return filtration | Filters oil to remove engine wear-related metal filings |
| | Drive axles | Cab-selectable insulation by-pass for drive axles |
| Other Accessories | Gauges and alarms | Fuel level site gauge, hydraulic reservoir temperature gauge, low hydraulic oil level/high hydraulic oil temperature alarm |
| | Lighting and mirrors | Heated outside mirrors, perimeter lighting package |
| | Storage | Additional book storage box, track tool box |
| | Miscellaneous | “Danger Live Track” retractable belt, DOT reflective tape, extra parts/operations/maintenance manuals, rail sweeps, tow bar with D-handle hitch pins, windshield washer fluid tank and nozzles |