Hydraulic Power Feed Rail Drill
Rail Drills • Twister Bits™ • Saws • Accessories
Let our Systems Work for Your System: Selection: Four models of Trak-Star Rail Drills offer the power choices your applications call for... gas, hydraulic, or two electric models.
maintenance of way vehicles protects everything needed for making holes... Trak-Star Rail Drill, rail shoes, cutters, pilots, coolant bottle and a hole location template.
Convenience: Twister Bits™ are disposable. Ergonomically placed controls on all units allow for easy access and use. An optional storage box for use on
Portability: Trak-Star Rail Drills are lightweight, ranging in weight from 45 to 58 lbs; about half the weight of other drills, and providing one-person operation and transport. Quality: Rugged construction, ten point contact that securely locks drill unit to the rail and precision spindle bearings all contribute to the stability required to use Hougen's precision ground annular cutters which give you accurate holes and long tool life.
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Productivity: A unique, scissor style clamp design, and drilling speeds up to 4x faster means changeouts can be completed in about half the time of other rail drills. Cool cuts eliminate heat build up and rail failures. Economy: With Twister Bits™ your cost per hole can be as low as $1, giving you more holes per Rail Cutter than spade or twist drills. The increase in productivity and less frequent tool replacements keep maintenance costs low.
Trak-Star® Rail Drills 2 Place Holders for Extra Twister Bits™ (Bits Sold Separately)
Model RM42 Features: • Hydraulic Power Feed Motor with Forward & Reverse Lever • Weighs only 48 lbs. • Uses Twister Bits™ • Accurate Quill-Feed Arbor System • Positive Slug Ejection • RPM 150 • Thru-the-Tool Cooling • 10 Point Clamping System • Quick Change Rail Shoes • Center Balanced Handle • 2 Place Holders for extra Twister Bits™ • Drill Holes in less than 28 sec. • One Year Warranty
Power Feed Forward & Reverse Lever
Center Balanced Carrying Handle
10 Point Clamping System
Uses Twister Bits™
Quick Change Rail Shoes
Clearance for Concrete Ties
Ergonomic, Single Stroke Feed Handle
Model RB28 Features:
Quill-Feed Arbor System with Thru-the-Tool Cooling
No More Mixing Gas
Center Balanced Handle
• Honda 2.5 HP, 4-Stroke Engine with Oil Alert (No Mixing Gas) • Weighs only 45 lbs. • Uses Twister Bits™ • Accurate Quill-Feed Arbor System • Positive Slug Ejection • RPM 150 • Thru-the-Tool Cooling • One Pull Ergonomic Feed Handle • High Torque Gear Box • 10 Point Clamping System • Center Balanced Handle • Drill Holes in less than 15 sec. • One Year Warranty
10 Point Clamping System
Powerful Honda Motor
Uses Twister Bits™
Clearance for Concrete Ties
Quill-Feed Arbor System with Thru-the-Tool Cooling
High Torque Gearing
Bonding Drill Retrofit Kit Part No. 05570
Electric Drill
With many of the same features as the Gas and Hydraulic models, the Electric Powered Rail Drill is a high torque manual feed unit. It has a compact and ergonomic profile for accurate positioning. The Trak-Star Electric Powered Rail Drill eliminates the fumes and smoke when operating in stations and tunnels.
Part No. 10923TS
Bonding Drill
This manual feed, Electric Powered Bonding Drill securely attaches to all rail sizes for making electric signal conductivity holes. It comes with a 3/8" dia. flatted shank bonding bit and Arbor Adapter.
Replacement Parts Part No. Part No. 10933
Description
10923TS Model Specifications RPM (No Load)
115V, 50/60 Hz, 11 Amp Electric Motor 230
Cutting Capacity
1-1/2" Dia. Max.
Motor
Cutting Tool Mount
Twister™
Rail Cutting Capacity
70 - 155 lb.
Net Weight
58 lb.
10933 Model Specifications Motor RPM (No Load)
115V, 50/60 Hz, 11 Amp Electric Motor 350
Cutting Capacity
11/16" Dia. Max.
Cutting Tool Mount
Bonding Bit Adapter
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3/8" Flatted Shank Bonding Drill Bit
Rail Cutting Capacity
70 - 155 lb.
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Twist Drill Adapter (3/4" Arbor Bore)
Net Weight
45 lb.
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TWISTER BITS™ Trak-Star Twister Bits™ feature the quarter turn style mounting for quick and easy installation with no tools required. When used with a new Trak-Star Rail Drill, installation is simple; insert the bit into the arbor, and give it a turn. Twister Bits™ can also be used with your current Trak-Star model or similar rail drill system with a 3/4" arbor bore. The shank of the bit features a flat that easily adapts to the setscrew style mounting, offering a secure installation, and allowing Trak-Star cutting technology to be used in multiple systems.
Twister Bits™ Diameter
Decimal Equivalent
Twister Gold
Twister Black
Part No.
Part No.
Use with Pilot 03635 3/4"
.7500
15224
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The unique annular (hollow) design allows Twister Bits™ to cut up to 4x faster than spade and twist drills, because they are precision ground and made of premium high speed steel. Twister Gold Bits feature a Titanium Nitride coating for long tool life in most rail changeout applications. Twister Black Bits feature a Titanium Aluminum Nitride coating for extended tool life when cutting fully heat-treated rail (up to 400 BHN).
7/8"
.8750
15228
15328
15/16"
.9375
15230
15330
Spade Drill Drill Hole Twister™ Bit Hole Hole vs. vs. Spade Twister Bit Hole
1"
1.0000
15232
15332
Thru-the-tool coolant provides cold-cut - no blueing
1-1/16"
1.0625
15234
15334
1-1/8"
1.1250
15236
15336
1-3/16"
1.1875
15238
15338
1-1/4"
1.2500
15240
15340
1-5/16"
1.3125
15242
15342
1-3/8"
1.3750
15244
15344
1-7/16"
1.4375
15246
15346
1-1/2"
1.5000
15248
15348
1-5/8"
1.6250
15252
15352
1-11/16"
1.6875
15254
15354
PILOT
• Eject the slug at the end of the cutting cycle, when the spindle is retracted. Part No. 03635 Need More Cutters?...866-245-3745
Embrittlement & blueing from high heat leads to bolt hole failures
AAR testing has proven only 35nF temperature rise generated in hole Less rail replacement
Frequent rail replacement
4x faster than spade drills
Holes require secondary chamfering Up to 3 drills per holes in full heat treated rail
Round, clean, burr-free hole... no need to chamfer
Conversion pilot
Unable to lubricate tool and rail into cut, coolant spins off
Rail Drill retro-fit kits Retro-Fit Kits are also available to update your older Trak-Star Drill with the new arbor, and allow you to take advantage of the Twister Bits™.
The Trak-Star Pilot should be used when cutting with Twister Bits™. It provides these functions to the operation of the Trak-Star System: • Release coolant into the bit and keep it flowing throughout the cut.
900nF temperature rise may cause stress cracks
Part No.
The NorFast Conversion Pilot is used with 1-11/16" cutters. It also can be used for enlarging an existing hole. Part No. 05784 4
Description
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Retro-Fit Kit for Gas Model 10927A
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Retro-Fit Kit for Hydraulic Model 10942
Trak-Star® Rail SHOES Trak-Star Rail Shoes work hand-in-hand with the clamping system, using a total of 10 points of contact to keep your Trak-Star Rail Drill properly aligned with the rail’s web. Trak-Star offers shoes for 31 common Tee Rail Sections used in North America. Use the chart below to identify the shoes required for your applications, or contact our Technical Support Team to request a custom designed set of shoes for your specialty needs.
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Railway Association or System ASCE American Society of Civil Engineers
ARA American Railroad Association
Tee Rail Section, lb. 70 75 80 85 90 100
7040 70 7540 75 8040 80 8540 85 9040 90 10040 100
AS AS AS AS AS AS
701 753 800 851 -----
Shoe Part No. (Pair) 01906 01907 01908 01909 01910 01911
Type "A" High Rail for High Speeds 9020 90 RA 902 01927 10020 100 RA 1003 01928 Type "B" Lower Rail for Heavy Loads @ Slower Speeds 9030 90 RB 905 01908 10030 100 RB 1002 01910
90 100 90 100
AREA American Railway Engineering Association
Section Designation
100 110 112 115 119 130 131 132 136 141 133 140
10025 11025 11228 11525 11937 13025 13128 13228 13622
100 110 112 115 119 130 131 132 136 141 13331 133 140
RE RE RE RE RE RE RE RE RE AB RE RE
10025 1100 1121 1150 1190 1300 1311 1321 13637 1330
01894 01895 01896 01897 01897 01898 01899 01902 01902 01902 01901 01903
CSX
122
122 CB
Former C & NW now UP
100
10035 100 DM
PS Pennsylvania System
85 100 130 155
8531 85 PS 10031 100 PS 13031 130 PS 15531 155 PS
01912 01913 01914 01919
NYC (Dudley) New York Central & Hudson River Railroad
105 127
10524 105 DY 12723 127 DY
01915 01916
PRR Pennsylvania Railroad
85
8533 5
85 PR
01918 10035
01926
01917
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HUSQVARNA® RAIL SAW Model K1250 Features: • 7.8 HP Motor • 16" Wheel Capacity • Weighs Only 36 lbs. • Husqvarna Smart Carb® • Anti-vibration System • Decompression Valve • Automatic Clutch Lubrication • Durastarter™ • Lifetime Warranty on Ignition System K1250 Model Specifications Motor
7.8 HP, 119cc Gasoline Engine
RPM (Idle/Max.)
2500 / 9750
Wheel Capacity
16" Max.
Rail Cutting Capacity
70 - 155 lb.
Net Weight
36 lb.
Change rail quicker and easier with the Husqvarna Rail Saw. The K1250 has well balanced, ergonomic handles and an improved anti-vibration system enabling quick and easy cuts with less operator fatigue. The Rail Saw has a tough, rugged construction with minimal maintenance requirements. Equipped with an easy pull starter and decompression valve that makes starting a breeze. A precision clamp assures that every cut is at a right angle. The clamp also allows the saw to be used from either side of the rail.
Triple Air Filtration with SmartCarb™ Technology The Husqvarna Rail Saw has an Active Air Filtration™ system that increases filter and motor life. Active filtration is a system that removes up to 80% of debris before air passes through any filters. By utilizing a 3 step filtering system to remove and trap dust and dirt particles, the Husqvarna Saw provides cleaner air to the engine. You can expect 150 - 300 cuts before filters need changing. Even as filters become dirty, with Husqvarna's exclusive SmartCarb™, the carburetor compensates the fuel/air ratio for best performance.
LEATHER LEGGIN'S Help protect yourself and clothing while cutting with the Husqvarna Rail Saw. Leather Leggin's from Trak-Star are made from top quality leather and spring steel. The leggin's quickly and easily fit over your shins to reduce burn holes and debris on your pants and boots. Part No. 15001
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Trak-Star® Rail ACCESSORIES Trak-Blade™ The Trak-Blade is a quality, American made, 16" cut-off wheel designed specifically for the demanding process of cutting rail. By being a double sided fiber re-enforced wheel, it will ensure a straight cut every time. Specially formulated to wear evenly and breakdown consistently making the Trak-Blade less vulnerable to glazing. Don’t buy blades that are just abrasive "cut off wheels". Make sure you get the Trak-Blade, made specifically to cut rail. The Trak-Blade is economically priced, and available in a box of (20) wheels. Volume discounts available. 1" Arbor. Part No. 04415
Hole Location Template
Pressurized CoolanT Bottle
Rail Drill & Saw Storage Box
Get the right hole spacing for your application. Templates come in standard sizes or get custom spacing to match your needs. Part No. 40701
40702
Description Hole Location Template 3-1/2" x 6" x 6" Hole Location Template 2-11/16" x 5-1/2" x 5-1/2"
The Perfect Weather-Proof Storage Box for your rail drill. Includes handles, vents, and is lockable. A proper working coolant sytem ensures longer tool life and helps reduce drilling temperature. The Pressurized Coolant Bottle fits all Trak-Star Rail Drills. Part No.
Description
Hole Location Template 2-1/2" x 5" x 5"
01592
Pressurized Coolant Bottle with Hose Assembly
40704
Hole Location Template 2-1/2" x 6-1/2" x 6-1/2"
01569
40706
Hole Location Template 2-23/32" x 5-1/2" x 5-1/2"
05686
Hole Location Template (specify when ordering)
05684
40703
40570
On/Off Valve
Part No.
Description
03540
Trak-Star Storage Box 11-1/2"D x 32"W x 20-3/4"H
RotaMagic™ Coolant Trak-Star RotaMagic Concentrated Coolant is environmentally safe and bio-degradable, all the while providing superior lubrication for extended tool life & cooler cuts. MSDS information is available. Part No. 11742-4
(4) 1 Gallon Concentrate Bottles, makes 11 gallons each, or 44 gallons total
11743
(1) 5 Gallon Concentrate Pail, makes 55 gallons
Hose Assembly only
3 Pc. Quick Connect / Nipple Kit
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Description
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Ordering Suggestion for your first Trak-Star® System Quantity Any 1 Set per size per drill
Description
Part No.
Trak-Star Gasoline Rail Drill Trak-Star Power Feed Hydraulic Rail Drill Trak-Star Electric Rail Drill
RB28 RM42 10923TS
Rail Shoes (available for rail types from 70 to 155 pounds) see chart on page 5
Varies
6 per size per drill
Twister Disposable Rail Drill Bits (no need to resharpen) see chart on page 4
Varies
1 Carton (4 gallons)
RotaMagic™ Concentrated Cutting Fluid (yields 44 gallons when mixed with water)
2 per drill
Pilot for Twister Bits
11742-4 03635
The above items are necessary to make the system work. The following item will make the system work faster and easier. 1 for each (hole spacing required)
Hole location Template (customer to provide hole spacing from end of rail)
Commercial/Industrial Limited warranty
Hougen Manufacturing, Inc. warrants its Portable Magnetic Drills, Trak-Star Rail Drills, Tornado II Paint Shaker, and Hougen-Ogura Electro-Hydraulic Hole Punchers for (1) year, and Husqvarna® Rail Saw for ninety (90) days from date of purchase against defects due to faulty material or workmanship and will repair or replace (at its option) without charge for any items returned. This warranty is void if the item has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use, neglect, improper service, or other causes not arising out of defects in material or workmanship. No other expressed warranty is given or authorized. Hougen Manufacturing, Inc. disclaims any implied warranty of Merchantability or fitness for any period beyond the expressed warranty and shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts and, if the law of such a state governs your purchase, the above exclusion and limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To obtain warranty service, return the item(s), transportation prepaid, to your nearest Factory Authorized Warranty Repair Center or to Hougen Manufacturing, Inc., 3001 Hougen Drive, Swartz Creek, MI 48473. This warranty is in Lieu of any other warranty, expressed or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
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FACTORY AUTHORIZED WARRANTY REPAIR CENTERS Hougen Manufacturing, Inc. 3001 Hougen Drive Swartz Creek, MI 48473 (866) 245-3745 Kenbil Service Co. 2900 Adams Street B-14 Riverside, CA 92504 (951) 689-6633
Hougen Patent Notice The products covered in this catalog may be covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents, foreign patents, and pending patents.
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Hougen Manufacturing has received, and proudly maintains, the Association of American Railroads Quality Assurance Program Certification.
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Memberships & Associations
Husqvarna is a proprietary trademark of Husqvarna Group. Honda logo appears courtesy of American Honda Motor Co.
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