The RM80 ballast cleaning machine extracts the old ballast from under the sleepers with a chain, and transports it to a screen, which retains any usable material. The usable ballast is then returned to the track. Other material is removed on conveyor belts to MFS wagons.
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General information |
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Manufacturer |
Plasser & Theurer |
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Type |
RM 80 en RM 80 / 99 |
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Quantity |
2 |
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Total weight |
96 tons |
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Length over the buffers |
31,800 mm |
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Number of axles |
6 |
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Engine power |
696 kW |
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Max. self-propelled speed |
80 km/h |
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Max. speed in train |
100 km/h |
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Performance characteristics |
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Working rate |
up to 200 m1 per hour |
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Sifting capacity |
maximum 450 m3 per hour |
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Screening width |
up to 5.10 m |
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Lining range |
up to 150 mm |