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0505 Rail Gear - Ford Ranger
Description:
Introducing Mitchell's 0505 Flexiride® Rail Gear for Ford Ranger
Mitchell's 0505 Rail Gear, is a cutting-edge solution designed to revolutionize the performance of Ford Ranger both on railroad tracks and off-road. Our system boasts a host of innovative features, ensuring optimal adaptability, ease of use, and safety.
1. FlexiRide® Suspension:
At the heart of Mitchell's Rail Gear is our state-of-the-art 4-wheel independent FlexRide® suspension. This adaptive system automatically adjusts to tackle uneven track conditions, providing a seamlessly smooth ride on rail tracks and regular roads alike.
2. Secure Attachment:
Our rail gear system securely attaches to a specially adapted mounting kit that seamlessly integrates with the utility vehicle's frame. Our patented rail gear mounting system offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing effortless adjustments in both vertical and horizontal dimensions, ensuring precise alignment and loading.
3. Composite Rail Wheels:
The core of our model 0505 rail gear is our exclusive composite rail wheels, consisting of three essential components:
Hardened Steel Forging Outer: This layer offers exceptional strength and wear resistance when interacting with steel railroad rails. Forged from a billet or ingot, it eliminates common casting issues, resulting in superior durability and increased wear resistance.
High-Strength Aluminum Inner Layer: Crafted from high-strength aluminum, this layer not only reduces overall weight but also serves as a natural heat sink, effectively regulating wheel-bearing temperatures.
Polyurethane Compound: The polyurethane compound acts as an insulating layer, significantly reducing the high-pitched ringing noise by up to 95% when compared to traditional plain steel rail wheels on steel railroad rails.
4. Streamlined Installation:
Traditional rail gear installation on light-duty utility vehicles can be labor-intensive and complex. Custom brackets and wiring are often required, which can complicate maintenance and pose safety concerns. Mitchell's 0505 Rail Gear has revolutionized this process:
Optimal Approach and Departure Angles: Our rail wheels pivot to achieve ideal approach and departure angles, enhancing off-road performance.
Hydraulic Locking: Our rail gear allows for easy hydraulic locking in the up/down positions via a convenient handheld remote.
Accessory Mounting System: Mitchell has developed an innovative accessory mounting system that conveniently houses all necessary hydraulics and electrical components, complete with pre-engineered hydraulic hose kits and wiring harnesses. This plug-and-play concept simplifies installation, eliminating the need for specialized skills.
5. Rail Shunts for Safety:
For enhanced safety, our optional cartridge-style Rail Shunts seamlessly integrate into all Mitchell Rail Gear systems. These shunts can be controlled via a switch on the front rail gear, ensuring that track signals can be activated or deactivated as needed, thereby triggering crossing lights and gates when approaching a crossing.
6. User-Friendly Installation:
To meet our customers' needs, Mitchell has developed a complete kit that can be easily installed by any mechanic. This eliminates the need for customization, drastically reducing labor requirements, and simplifying the installation process while offering significant cost savings to our valued customers.
With Mitchell's 0505 FlexiRide Rail Gear, you not only get a cutting-edge rail solution that enhances performance but also prioritizes ease of use and safety, all while delivering substantial cost savings. Elevate your Ford Ranger capabilities with Mitchell's Flexiride® Rail Gear.
Front installed weight: 350 lbs.
Rear installed weight: 300 lbs.