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:
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Heavy-duty snow wings with 16.5 foot reach on each side
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Positionable three-stage snow auger and blower
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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.
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Category |
Specification |
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General |
Weight |
54,000 lbs |
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Length |
37’ |
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Width |
11’ 4” (with wings in up and locked position) |
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Working Clearance |
14’ 1” (from center of track with one fixed wing extended) |
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Height |
12’ 6” |
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Wheel Base |
15’ |
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Travel Speed |
40 mph (maximum) |
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Capacities |
Fuel Tank |
150 gallons |
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Hydraulic Tank |
170 gallons |
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Engine |
Make/Model |
Cummins, Tier III, turbo-charged, six-cylinder |
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Hydraulic System |
Track Drive Pumps |
Sauer Danfoss 90 Series |
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Implement and Blower Pumps |
Sauer Danfoss 45 Series |
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Electrical System |
Battery |
24 Vdc (dual 12V DC batteries), 1150 cold-cranking amps |
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Axle Drive System |
Drive Type |
Mechanically coupled, dual axle drive from a 4 speed powershift transmission
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Brakes |
Type/Style |
Cobra-style |
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Category |
Option Type |
Description |
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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 |
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Repair & Maintenance |
Lubrication System |
Electric top-off pump |
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Schroeder test mates |
Filters oil to remove engine wear-related metal filings |
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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 |
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Lighting and Mirrors |
Dome light in engine compartment, electrical cabinet light, locomotive headlights, perimeter lighting package, additional rear view mirror |
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Storage |
Storage box, additional book storage box |
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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 |
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Turntable |
Safety interlock and low turntable warning, spring-loaded lock on turntable |