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Perfect Track Alignment with the CRP160 Rail Puller

Looking for a high-performance closure rail puller that can ensure optimal rail position while your team handles rail closure welding? Contrail Machinery provides you with the Closure Rail Puller, type CRP160, a high-performance hydraulic device designed for pre-tensioning the rails to be welded. Engineered for strength, the Rail Puller CR160 provides unmatched pulling power, essential for efficient track alignment and maintenance.

In order to perform closure welds, this machinery is able to pull the rails together with a force of up to 140 tons for pre-tensioning the Long Welded Rail in order to be fixed at the neutral temperature.

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Unmatched Power and Precision in Rail Welding

The CRP 160 rail puller is a game-changer in rail welding operations, ensuring that every weld is performed with precision and durability. Its ability to exert high pulling forces while maintaining stability makes it indispensable for achieving perfectly aligned tracks.

A rail puller, such as the CRP 160, is an indispensable tool for ensuring precision and durability in rail welding projects. By applying consistent pulling force, it guarantees accurate alignment, reducing stress points that could compromise the rail’s structural integrity over time.

The CRP 160 rail puller is compatible with the CR100 flash-butt welding machine and it works by synchronising with the head during the welding process, helping it to pull the excess force required to perform the rail closure welding works. The CRP160 also synchronizes seamlessly with rail welding equipment type cr100, maintaining precise pre-tension during closure welds for optimal alignment and joint quality. When paired with a mobile rail welding machine, the CRP160 rail puller enables rapid closure-weld setups across dispersed worksites, reducing downtime and ensuring precise pre-tensioning for optimal alignment. Designed to work alongside flash-butt welding machines, the CRP160 applies controlled pre-tension to ensure accurate rail alignment before and during closure welds.

Advantages of Closure Rail Puller, type CRP 160

  • Superior Performance: The puller is connected through heavy-duty quick-disconnect couplings, so it can be easily installed or disconnected.
  • Smart Integration: The puller interface on the welding machine HMI is automatically activated when the puller is connected.
  • Safety First: The CRP 160 rail puller is a reliable and safe choice for rail maintenance and construction projects. Its system is designed with multiple safety protocols, including automatic shut-off mechanisms and emergency stop functions, which significantly reduce the risk of accidents.
  • Enhanced Efficiency: This rail puller optimizes the rail welding process by minimizing downtime and ensuring precise alignment, which translates into long-lasting results and reduced maintenance costs.

Its ability to maintain consistent pulling force ensures uniform weld quality, reducing the need for rework and enhancing the longevity of welded joints.

Why Choose the CRP 160 Rail Puller?

Hydraulic rail pullers are essential tools in railway maintenance and repair, utilizing hydraulic force to pull rails together with precision and strength. The CRP 160 rail puller from Contrail Machinery offers exceptional pulling power, versatility, and safety features, making it a reliable choice for rail construction and maintenance projects of all scales.

The CRP 160 rail puller is engineered to handle different rail types and sizes, making it versatile for a wide range of rail construction and maintenance projects. Its modular setup allows quick configuration adjustments, enabling seamless integration into various rail maintenance scenarios, from urban tracks to heavy-duty industrial lines.

Its streamlined design and reliable components require minimal maintenance, ensuring long-term efficiency and cost savings. User-friendly features, such as easy-access panels and simplified hydraulic connections, minimize downtime and allow for quick servicing, keeping operations running smoothly.

Built with high-quality materials, this puller is designed to withstand heavy-duty use in demanding environments.
Its robust frame and corrosion-resistant components contribute to a longer lifespan, even when exposed to harsh weather conditions and intense operational demands.

The CRP 160 rail puller is equipped with automatic shut-off mechanisms and emergency stop functions, prioritizing operator safety. Advanced control systems offer real-time monitoring, providing instant feedback and enabling safer and more precise operations.

Whether your project involves rail maintenance or new railway construction, the rail puller plays ensures that every operation is conducted with precision, safety, and reliability.

For more details about the closure rail puller, type CRP 160 and for additional information regarding the entire variety of flash-butt welding machines in Contrail Machinery’s portfolio, do not hesitate to get in touch with our specialists!  We also provide other specialised equipment such as rail bend testing press and low profile clamps for rail welding, designed to support reliable, efficient and high-quality railway welding operations.

Explore how the CRP 160 rail puller can elevate your rail welding processes, ensuring seamless operations and exceptional results. Contact us now to find the perfect solution for your rail construction needs!

Main specifications

Maximum pulling force

Pulling stroke

 1,373 kN (140 ton) 

380 mm (15.0 in)

Length closed           

Width closed

Height closed

Weight

 3600 mm (142 in)

1,480 mm (58 in)

1,150 mm (45  in)

1250 kg (2756 lbs)

Input pressure

Control type

 

280 bar (4,061 psi)

PLC

 

Closure rail puller type CRP160
Close-up of CRP160 rail puller mechanism

Frequently Asked Questions about Closure Rail Puller type CRP160

Safe manual operation requires full PPE—gloves, steel-toe boots, hard hats—and inspection of pinch-point areas before use. Operators should work in teams to handle heavy components, maintain clear communication, and always activate the emergency stop if alignment issues occur. Regular maintenance checks on hydraulic hoses and safety valves further minimize mechanical risks.

Common accessories enhance safety and logistics, including rail-carrying tongs, track-lifting machines, wheel chocks for stable positioning, drag shoes, and sleeper-carrying tongs for preparing sections before pulling. These tools streamline preparation and help maintain consistent workflows on-site.

Thanks to its compact, hydraulic design and 140-ton pulling power, the closure rail puller CRP160 is easy to attach using quick-disconnect couplings and transport via rail-road vehicles. Its fast installation and automated controls reduce setup time and dependence on heavy machinery – optimizing crew deployment and rail logistics between jobs.

The closure rail puller CRP160 synchronizes with the CR100 flash-butt welding machine, applying consistent pre-tension to the rail ends. This ensures proper alignment before welding and maintains optimal tension during stabilization – minimizing weld defects and enhancing joint strength, critical for long-term track integrity.

Yes. It supports various rail types and configurations and can be paired with compatible adapters such as groove-specific clamps or lightweight versions for narrow gauge applications. This flexibility makes the closure rail puller type CRP160 suitable for both heavy mainline rails and specialized tracks, from turnouts to urban rail systems.

 

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