Change more ties. Maximize every track window.
Track time is the hardest thing to get on a railroad. The DymaxRail Tie Inserter helps crews make the most of it—changing 20 to 50 ties per hour, depending on the machine and operator. It attaches quickly to excavators and backhoes, allowing crews to mobilize fast and change out ties without needing a full production tie machine. Unlike a production tie machine, the excavator or backhoe can easily get on and off track, move between work areas, and handle spot repairs.
Every model includes dual-pivot jaws with HD hydraulic cylinders and carbide-protected tie pads for wood tie applications. Choose between 360° rotation systems or tiltrotator coupler versions compatible with SMP, Engcon, Steelwrist, and Rototilt.
Optional accessories like the Whale Fin Blade for bridge deck work and the Ballast Rake for cribbing turn the tie inserter into a true multi-function workhead. For concrete tie applications, optional bolt-on rubber type pads are also available.
KEY FEATURES
- Available for 5T–25T excavators and backhoe loaders.
- Dual-pivot jaws with pivoting pads and load-hold capability
- HD squeeze cylinder for consistent clamping force on wood and concrete ties
- Replaceable carbide-protected wear pads for wood ties (included)
- 360° pinion-drive rotation for 5T, 8T excavators and backhoe loaders
- 360° worm-drive rotation for 12T and larger excavators
- Tiltrotator coupler versions for machines running SMP, Engcon, Steelwrist, or Rototilt
OPTIONS
- Single-pivot jaw workhead for larger excavators
- Hydraulic tilt for angled tie placement and grading
- Whale fin blade for bridge deck and congested track work with optional bolt-on bucket scoops
- Ballast rake with spear point for cribbing during tie changeouts
- Replaceable bolt-on rubber pads for concrete ties
- Transportation stand with ratchet tie-downs for secure workhead storage
- DymaxRail tie inserter rebuild program — extend the service life of your workhead instead of replacing it
- Custom solutions — contact DymaxRail
WHALE FIN BLADE ATTACHMENT
DymaxRail Tie Inserters feature optional bolt-on whale fin for working from high railed position on bridge decks or in congested worksites. Operators can blade ballast and insert ties in congested worksite conditions. Whale fin can be removed when not in use.
BALLAST RAKE WITH SPEAR POINT
Optional bolt-on spear point breaks up deteriorated ties and cribs ballast during tie changeouts. It mounts directly to the tie inserter workhead and removes when not in use. A full ballast rake assembly is also available.
CONCRETE TIE PAD
Bolt-on rubber-type pads for handling concrete railway ties.
WHEN ONE MACHINE NEEDS TO DO IT ALL
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WHEN YOU CAN’T OCCUPY THE TRACK
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SPECIFICATIONS
MODELS WITH 360 ROTATION
| Model Description Weight |
| DX-TI-HY-360-BL-10 Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-360 degrees rotation-Backhoe Loader-Class 10 STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – 360 rotator system – Machine adapter with pins – Supplied with a generic wiring kit WEIGHT: 1450 lbs |
| DX-TI-HY-360-HX-5T Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-360 degrees rotation-Hydraulic Excavator-5 Ton STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – 360 rotator system – Machine adapter with pins – Includes 12v Electro-hydraulic valve setup with cable kit WEIGHT: 800 lbs |
| DX-TI-HY-360-HX-8T Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-360 degrees rotation-Hydraulic Excavator-8 Ton STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – 360 rotator system – Machine adapter with pins WEIGHT: 1000 lbs |
| DX-TI-HY-360-HX-12T Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-360 degrees rotation-Hydraulic Excavator-12 Ton STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – 360 rotator system – Machine adapter with pins WEIGHT: 1500 lbs |
| DX-TI-HY-360-HX-20T Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-360 degrees rotation-Hydraulic Excavator-20 Ton STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – 360 rotator system – Machine adapter with pins WEIGHT: 2100 lbs |
| DX-TI-HY-360-HX-25T Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-360 degrees rotation-Hydraulic Excavator-25 Ton STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – 360 rotator system – Machine adapter with pins WEIGHT: 2100 lbs |
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
MODELS FOR TILTROTATOR COUPLERS
| Model Description Weight |
| DX-TI-HY-TRQ-BL-10 Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-Tilt Rotator Coupler-Backhoe Loader-Class 10 STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – Machine adapter with pins WEIGHT: 950 lbs |
| DX-TI-HY-TRQ-BL-20 Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-Tilt Rotator Coupler-Backhoe Loader-Class 20 STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – Machine adapter with pins WEIGHT: 950 lbs |
| DX-TI-HY-TRQ-HX-5T Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-Tilt Rotator Coupler-Hydraulic Excavator-5 Ton STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – Machine adapter with pins WEIGHT: 620 lbs |
| DX-TI-HY-TRQ-HX-6T Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-Tilt Rotator Coupler-Hydraulic Excavator-6 Ton STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – Machine adapter with pins WEIGHT: 710 lbs |
| DX-TI-HY-TRQ-HX-8T Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-Tilt Rotator Coupler-Hydraulic Excavator-8 ton STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – Machine adapter with pins WEIGHT: 650 lbs |
| DX-TI-HY-TRQ-HX-12T Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-Tilt Rotator Coupler-Hydraulic Excavator-12 Ton STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – Machine adapter with pins WEIGHT: 1000 lbs |
| DX-TI-HY-TRQ-HX-15T Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-Tilt Rotator Coupler-Hydraulic Excavator-15 Ton STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – Machine adapter with pins WEIGHT: 1000 lbs |
| DX-TI-HY-TRQ-HX-20T Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-Tilt Rotator Coupler-Hydraulic Excavator-20 Ton STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – Machine adapter with pins WEIGHT: 1250 lbs |
| DX-TI-HY-TRQ-HX-25T Tie Inserter-Hydraulic-Tilt Rotator Coupler-Hydraulic Excavator-25 Ton STANDARD FEATURES: – Dual pivot arm – HD cylinder – Replaceable wood tie pads with carbide protection – Machine adapter with pins WEIGHT: 1250 lbs |
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
OPTIONS
| Model Description Weight |
| DX-TIP-BO-WFBLADE-HX Tie Inserter / Parts-Bolt On-Whale Fin Blade Attachment-Hydraulic Excavator STANDARD FEATURES: – 96 inches wide – Bolts to DymaxRail tie workhead – Rail cut slots integrated into blade face WEIGHT: 630 lbs |
| DX-TIO-BO-RAKESPR-HX-NO Tie Inserter Options-Bolt On-Rake with Spear Point Attachment-Hydraulic Excavator-No Machine Required STANDARD FEATURES: – Bolt-on interface to Dymax tie handler – Includes spear point – 17in wide x 6.0 ht rake assembly |
| DX-TIO-PAD-CONCRETE-HX Tie Inserter Options-Pad-Concrete Tie Applications with Urethane-Hydraulic Excavator STANDARD FEATURES: – 2 pads with bolt-on urethane for concrete tie handling – Fits DymaxRail standard tie inserter for excavators 12T and larger WEIGHT: 100 lbs |
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
HYDRAULIC REQUIREMENTS
| MODEL: DX-TI-HY-360-BL-10 |
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HYDRAULIC REQUIREMENTS: Your machine will require the following circuits to operate the product. If your machine is not configured this way, please contact DymaxRail to determine the best solution. We offer spare valve kits and control technology. 1-800-530-5407 or email [email protected]
CIRCUIT 1 – Tie Squeeze CIRCUIT 2 – Rotator NOT SUPPLIED: Jumper hose lines from attachment bulkhead to machine lines with disconnects. |
| MODEL: DX-TI-HY-360-HX-5T |
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HYDRAULIC REQUIREMENTS: Your machine will require the following circuitry to operate the product.
CIRCUIT 1 -Tie Squeeze CIRCUIT 2 – Rotator NOT SUPPLIED: Not provided with jumper hose lines |
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MODELS: DX-TI-HY-360-HX-8T, DX-TI-HY-360-HX-12T, DX-TI-HY-360-HX-20T, DX-TI-HY-360-HX-25T
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HYDRAULIC REQUIREMENTS: Your machine will require the following circuitry to operate the product. If your machine is not configured this way, please contact DymaxRail to determine the best solution. We offer spare valve kits and control technology. 1-800-530-5407 or email [email protected]
CIRCUIT 1 – Tie Squeeze CIRCUIT 2 – Rotator NOT SUPPLIED: Jumper hose lines from attachment bulkhead to machine lines with disconnects. |
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MODELS: DX-TI-HY-TRQ-BL-10, DX-TI-HY-TRQ-BL-20, DX-TI-HY-TRQ-HX-5T, DX-TI-HY-TRQ-HX-6T, DX-TI-HY-TRQ-HX-8T, DX-TI-HY-TRQ-HX-12T, DX-TI-HY-TRQ-HX-15T, DX-TI-HY-TRQ-HX-20T, DX-TI-HY-TRQ-HX-25T
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HYDRAULIC REQUIREMENTS: Your machine will require the following circuitry to operate the product. If your machine is not configured this way, please contact DymaxRail to determine the best solution.
CIRCUIT 1 – Tie Squeeze NOT SUPPLIED: Jumper hose lines from attachment bulkhead to machine lines with disconnects. |
FAQ
HOW MANY RAILROAD TIES CAN A TIE INSERTER CHANGE PER HOUR?
The DymaxRail Tie Inserter changes 20 to 50 ties per hour, depending on the machine size, operator experience, and track conditions. It mounts to standard excavators and backhoe loaders, which means crews can mobilize faster and make more of their track window than they would with a production tie machine. Models are available for 5T through 25T excavators and backhoe loaders from Cat, Komatsu, Case, Deere, Volvo, and other popular brands.
CAN A TIE INSERTER WORK ON A BRIDGE DECK?
DymaxRail offers a bolt-on whale fin blade that attaches to the tie inserter workhead for bridge deck and congested track work. The whale fin lets operators blade ballast and insert ties from a hi-railed position without switching attachments. It removes when not in use. This option is unique to DymaxRail — most brands don’t offer a bridge deck solution as part of the tie inserter itself.
WHAT SIZE EXCAVATOR OR BACKHOE DO I NEED FOR A DYMAXRAIL TIE INSERTER?
DymaxRail builds tie inserter models for 5T, 8T, 12T, 20T, and 25T hydraulic excavators, plus backhoe loaders. Attachment weight ranges from 620 lbs to 2,100 lbs depending on the model and configuration. Both 360° rotation and tiltrotator coupler versions are available across most machine sizes. Contact DymaxRail to confirm the right model for your machine and coupler setup.
CAN THE DYMAXRAIL TIE INSERTER HANDLE CONCRETE TIES?
Yes. Optional bolt-on urethane pads replace the standard carbide-protected wood tie pads for concrete tie applications. Concrete tie pads are available for 12T and larger excavator models. Contact DymaxRail for sizing and pricing.
WHAT ARE THE WEAR PARTS ON THE DYMAXRAIL TIE INSERTER?
The primary wear items are the replaceable tie pads — carbide-protected pads for wood ties and urethane pads for concrete ties. Both are bolt-on replacements that don’t require shop time. The ballast rake spear point is also a replaceable wear item. DymaxRail offers a tie inserter rebuild program for extending the service life of the entire workhead — contact DymaxRail for details and pricing.
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