Hinged Derails

Low-Profile Derail Design

HD Series derails are fabricated from tough carbon steel, and are produced using a proven design featuring a lower height above the rail head. They will derail all rolling stock including mainline locomotives when installed and used properly.

Features

  • Fabricated from Tough Carbon Steel
  • Will derail all rolling stock including 6 axle mainline locomotives when installed and used properly.
  • Two Sizes Cover Rail Sizes 70 to 141 lbs.
  • Sits only 2-3/4” (69.85 mm) Above the Top of Rail Head
  • Unique Design Eliminates Tie Strapping or Rail Braces on the Field Side of Rails
  • Can be Padlocked to the Rail Head On or Off the Rail to Ensure Visibility and Safety, as well as, Prevent Unauthorized Removal
Model #TypeThrow DirectionRail SizeWeightLength
HD-3LSingleLeft4-5/8" to 6-1/2" (70-110 lbs.)150 lbs. (68 kg)-
HD-3RSingleRight4-5/8" to 6-1/2" (70-110 lbs.)150 lbs. (68 kg)-
HD-4LSingleLeft6-5/8" to 7-1/16" (112-141 lbs.)150 lbs. (68 kg)-
HD-4R SingleRight6-5/8" to 7-1/16" (112-141 lbs.)150 lbs. (68 kg)-
HD-5 DoubleBiDirectional4-5/8" to 6-1/2" (70-110 lbs.)182 lbs. (83 kg)-
HD-6DoubleBiDirectional6-5/8" to 7-1/16" (112-141 lbs.)182 lbs. (83 kg)-
HDM-60Double-60 lbs. ASCE120 lbs. (54 kg)30" (762 mm)
HDM-85Double-85 lbs. ASCE127 lbs. (58kg)30" (762 mm)
HD-7DoubleBiDirectional4 5/8” - 6 1/2” (70-110 lbs.) 183 lbs.-
HD-8DoubleBiDirectional6 5/8” - 7 1/16” (112-141 lbs.) 183 lbs.-

Accessories

Model #WeightDescription
SS40 lbs. (18 kg)Target Stand can be used with all hinged derails
HDF6 lbs. (3 kg)Staff can be used with all hinged derails
HDHF20 lbs. (9 kg)Automatic Staff with connecting rod can be used with all hinged derails

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