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CH 70-RCP

The CH 70-RCP is a specialized rail car puller designed for fast, efficient, and controlled rail car movement on level tracks. Weighing just 83 pounds (with attachments) and featuring a tool-free attachment system, this unit is built for easy deployment and safe operation in rail yards, industrial sidings, and maintenance facilities.

Engineered with a rope guide and quick couplings as standard, the CH 70-RCP offers smooth cable handling and quick setup, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity where rail car positioning is a regular task.

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Importance and benefits:

1. Tool-Free Rail Attachment

The CH 70-RCP mounts directly to the rail without tools, streamlining deployment and removal:

  • Saves time during setup and repositioning
  • Ideal for mobile crews or changing work locations
  • Reduces the need for extra personnel or equipment

2. Compact and Portable

At only 83 pounds with attachments and 14-3/4 in. long, the CH 70-RCP is easily handled and stored, even on service vehicles or in small facilities:

  • Easy to move between locations
  • Minimal storage footprint
  • Supports flexible, mobile operations

3. Built-In Rope Guide and Quick Couplings

Standard features like a rope guide ensure smooth, tangle free operation, while quick couplings speed up hydraulic connections:

  • Improves operator safety and efficiency
  • Reduces wear on rope and winch
  • Enables faster turnaround between tasks

4. Controlled Operation for Safety

With a recommended speed under 40 ft./min, the winch offers controlled, deliberate movement:

  • Prevents overspeeding and unintended car motion
  • Requires only a simple block or adequate distance for car stopping
  • Suitable for environments prioritizing precise positioning

Why This Product Matters

Rail car movement is a critical part of many industrial and logistical operations, but it can be challenging, dangerous, and time consuming, especially in confined or busy areas where the use of full sized locomotives or heavy shunting equipment isn’t practical or cost effective. The CH 70-RCP Rail Car Puller addresses these challenges by providing a compact, safe, and easy-to-use alternative designed specifically for light to moderate rail car repositioning on level tracks.

Safety and Risk Reduction

Traditional methods of moving rail cars often rely on manual pushing, using locomotives, or heavy equipment, all of which come with inherent risks. Some of these risks can be uncontrolled movement, collisions, or injury to personnel. The CH 70-RCP minimizes these risks by offering:

  • Controlled, consistent pulling power with speeds kept under safe limits (40 ft./min), reducing the chance of accidents.
  • A secure attachment system that requires no tools, so operators can safely set up and disengage without handling complex equipment.
  • Built-in features like a rope guide to prevent rope snarls, which can lead to sudden jerks or failures.

Operational Efficiency and Cost Savings

Downtime in rail yards or industrial facilities can have significant operational and financial consequences. The CH 70-RCP helps maintain workflow by:

  • Allowing quick, hassle-free installation and removal, speeding up repositioning tasks.
  • Reducing the need for heavy equipment or multiple personnel, which lowers labor and equipment costs.
  • Minimizing track occupancy time, which improves overall yard throughput and reduces scheduling conflicts.

Versatility and Flexibility

Many facilities require the ability to move rail cars in varied environments. Sometimes indoors, sometimes outdoors, but often all on short notice. The CH 70-RCP’s portability and ease of use mean:

  • Crews can adapt quickly to changing job site conditions without specialized tools or setups.
  • The unit can be easily transported to multiple locations, supporting mobile maintenance and operations teams.
  • It works well in tight spaces where larger rail-moving equipment would be impractical or unsafe.

Longevity and Reliability

Built with durable materials and simple yet effective design, the CH 70-RCP ensures:

  • Long-term dependable service, even in tough industrial environments.
  • Reduced maintenance needs due to fewer moving parts and a design that emphasizes reliability.

Peace of mind knowing the equipment will perform consistently when it matters most.

Industries that benefit from the CH 70-RCP:

The CH 70-RCP is used across multiple sectors where safe, efficient, and controlled rail car movement is essential:

  • Rail Yards & Switching Facilities

    For repositioning cars without locomotives or large shunting equipment.

  • Manufacturing Plants & Industrial Sidings

    Moves loaded or empty cars for loading, unloading, or staging.

  • Steel Mills, Foundries, and Refineries

    Supports internal material transfer operations where rail cars are used.

  • Grain Terminals & Agricultural Processing Sites

    Positions hopper cars for filling, emptying, or rail shipment.

  • Maintenance & Repair Depots

    Pulls cars in and out of service bays or shops safely and easily.

The CH 70-RCP Rail Car Puller is a compact, reliable, and field-ready solution for moving rail cars safely and efficiently on level track. With tool-free setup, built-in safety features, and a design focused on mobility and ease of use, it’s an essential tool for industrial sites, rail operations, and service crews that need to keep cars moving, without the complexity of larger rail-moving equipment.

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