Transform Your Excavator or Backhoe into a Hi-Rail Machine

DYMAX RAIL RIDER: HI-RAIL REIMAGINED

A fully detachable hi-rail attachment system that converts your existing excavator or backhoe for rail use — and converts it back when the job is done.

  • No dedicated machine.
  • No permanent commitment.
  • No cutting. No welding.
  • No compromise.
Track excavator converted with Dymax Rail Rider X2 detachable hi-rail system operating on railroad track in forested area

rIDE THE RAILS Without MACHINE Compromise

WHY WE MADE IT

In 2011, we built the first attachment-based hi-rail system for backhoe loaders, without permanently modifying the machine.

The industry said it couldn’t be done with excavators. The X1 proved otherwise.

Now the X2 takes it further: patent-pending wedge-locking adapters, modular architecture, and a simpler, cleaner install for 6T through 25T track excavators.

Because contractors don’t need more dedicated machines sitting in the yard.

  • They need faster access.
  • Better mobility.
  • And a smarter way to get work done in remote rail environments.

From bridge work and tie jobs to vegetation management, switch maintenance, and emergency access, DymaxRail solutions are built to solve the everyday challenges faced by maintenance of way crews.

Backhoe loader with detachable Dymax Rail Rider hi-rail attachment installed
Track excavator with Dymax Rail Rider hi-rail system operating in remote rail maintenance environment
Track excavator with Dymax Rail Rider X2 detachable hi-rail system on railroad track at sunset

WHO WE ARE

Five Generations of Balderson Engineering

The Balderson family has been building attachment solutions for five generations. From Balderson Inc. to Dymax and now DymaxRail, the focus has always been the same — build durable, job-matched equipment that helps customers work safer, faster, and smarter.

Building better solutions is in our DNA.

Vintage Balderson Manufacturing welding truck representing five generations of Balderson Engineering heritage behind DymaxRail

READY TO HI-RAIL YOUR MACHINE?