Ballast Tools Equipment (BTE) products

Expertly engineered and backed by rigorous field testing, BTE hi-rail excavators set the standard for versatility and dependability. Every excavator in our full line is customized and optimized for peak performance, reliability, and operator ease. And with steady lease and purchase availability at our Missouri headquarters and strategic locations throughout North America, we make sure our partners are ready to tackle any hi-rail maintenance need, from major rail construction projects to compact bridge and tie work.

The nimble BTE-313 Hi-Rail Excavator is a flexible performance machine for challenging railroad spot maintenance conditions. Its weight and size make it very easy to mobilize to work sites. Work on rail or travel with BTE’s exclusive Hi-Rail system. It can quickly jump off rail and clear up for train traffic or continue working from off-track.  Increase production and versatility when using the BTE-313 with powerful BTE attachments, including the Undercutter, Culvert Cleaner, Tie Talon, Tamper, and Mulcher.

Compact and powerful, the BTE-308 Hi-Rail Mini Excavator has surprisingly strong performance for changing ties, tamping, and ditching work. Its light weight and small size makes it easy to mobilize to work sites. Work from the rail or track-travel with BTE’s exclusive Hi-Rail Gear System.  This mini excavator can quickly jump off-track and get in the clear to allow trains to pass. 
Increase production and versatility when using the high-performance BTE attachments designed for this small machine. The BTE-308 features the Tie Talon for standard or bridge ties, a powerful Tamper, and multiple bucket types. An optional Bridge Machine setup adds roller rail clamps, the exclusive BTE TrackJack, and other custom features for increased safety when working on elevated structures.

Compact and powerful, the BTE-290H Hi-Rail Mini Excavator has surprisingly strong performance for changing ties, tamping, and ditching work. Its light weight and small size makes it easy to mobilize to work sites. Work from the rail or track-travel with BTE’s exclusive Hi-Rail Gear System. This mini excavator can quickly jump off-track and get in the clear to allow trains to pass. Increase production and versatility when using the high-performance BTE attachments designed for this small machine. The BTE-290H features the Tie Talon for standard or bridge ties, a powerful Tamper, and multiple bucket types.  The BTE-290H pairs with the exclusive BTE Mini Culvert Cleaner, which provides ability to clean smaller diameter culverts and maneuver in tighter spaces.

BTE’s bridge solutions include several innovative machines and attachments for making bridge repair or refurbishment faster, safer, and less expensive. Together, they are all parts of an integrated, comprehensive system that drastically increases productivity and reduces the cost-per-tier for bridge maintenance.

A versatile solution for rail and bridge maintenance. With exceptional versatility and compact maneuverability, the BTE-308 is built for precision in tight-access railroad maintenance and excels in bridge work with specialized safety features for enhanced performance.