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Rail Trailers

Chieftain rail trailers provide a practical and reliable solution for transporting materials, tools and equipment directly to rail worksites. Designed for use with suitably equipped Road Rail Vehicles (RRVs), the trailers can be towed or pushed along the track to support efficient movement of loads during maintenance and infrastructure operations. Available to suit narrow, standard and broad gauge railways, Chieftain rail trailers can be configured for a wide range of applications, from general equipment transport to track maintenance and ballast handling. Their robust construction and adaptable design make them well suited to demanding rail environments.

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Rail Trailers

Platform Rail Trailers

3 Metre Rail Trailer
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3 Metre Rail Trailer

The Chieftain 3m Platform Rail Trailers provide a compact and versatile solution for transporting machinery, equipment, track materials and ballast throughout rail construction and maintenance operations. Their shorter platform length makes them particularly well suited to confined worksites and operations where manoeuvrability is important, while recessed load-restraint points, optional loading ramps and ballast-box configurations allow the trailers to perform multiple roles across the railway.

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4 Metre Rail Trailer
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4 Metre Rail Trailer

The Chieftain 4m Platform Rail Trailers provide a compact and versatile solution for transporting machinery, equipment, track materials and ballast throughout rail construction and maintenance operations. Their shorter platform length makes them particularly well suited to confined worksites and operations where manoeuvrability is important, while recessed load-restraint points, optional loading ramps and ballast-box configurations allow the trailers to perform multiple roles across the railway.

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5 Metre Rail Trailer
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5 Metre Rail Trailer

The Chieftain 5m Platform Rail Trailer is a versatile rail transport solution designed for moving machinery, equipment, track materials and ballast directly along the railway. Its 5m x 2.5m steel platform incorporates recessed lashing points for secure load restraint and twistlocks to accommodate optional ballast boxes, allowing the same trailer to move from machinery and equipment transport to bulk-material handling. Approved for RIS 1530 (UK), DB Netz (Germany) and I-PLM-5001 (Ireland), it is engineered for demanding rail maintenance, renewal and infrastructure operations.

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6 Metre Rail Trailer
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6 Metre Rail Trailer

The Chieftain 6m Platform Rail Trailer is a high-capacity, versatile rail transport platform designed for moving larger machinery, equipment, track materials and ballast directly along the railway. Its extended platform provides additional load space for longer or larger equipment, while integrated load-restraint points, optional loading ramps and ballast-box configurations allow the trailer to support a wide range of rail construction, renewal and maintenance operations.

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Road-Rail Trailers

3 Way Tipping Road/Rail Trailer
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3 Way Tipping Road/Rail Trailer

The Chieftain 3-Way Tipping Road Rail Trailer is a versatile 6-metre trailer designed for both road transport and rail operation, with dedicated rail running gear and three-way tipping for flexible material handling. Designed for the efficient movement and controlled discharge of ballast and other bulk materials, the tipping body can discharge to the rear, left or right, providing greater flexibility during track construction, renewal and maintenance operations. Hydraulically operated rail gear enables conversion between road and rail configurations, while commercial road running gear and dedicated rail braking systems provide dependable performance in both environments. Approved to RIS 1530 for UK rail and I-PLM-5001 for Irish rail.

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Road/Rail Platform Trailer
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Road/Rail Platform Trailer

The Chieftain Road Rail Platform Trailer is a versatile 6-metre transport solution engineered to operate both on the road and on the railway, providing one trailer for the movement of machinery, equipment, materials and ballast across both environments. Hydraulically operated rail gear allows the trailer to transition between road and rail operation, while commercial road running gear, dedicated steel rail wheels, comprehensive braking systems and a heavy-duty flat platform provide dependable performance throughout. Approved to RIS 1530 for UK rail and I-PLM-5001 for Irish rail, it provides rail contractors with a highly flexible transport solution for modern infrastructure and maintenance operations.

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About Chieftain Rail Trailers

Chieftain rail trailers are purpose-built to provide a dependable and efficient solution for transporting materials, tools and equipment across rail networks. Designed for demanding maintenance and infrastructure applications, they can be manufactured to suit narrow, standard or broad gauge track and are suitable for towing behind appropriately equipped Road Rail Vehicles (RRVs) or for pushing along the track.

Available in 4-metre, 5-metre and 6-metre configurations, the Chieftain rail trailer range can be adapted to suit a variety of applications. Options include road-rail trailers, three-way tipping trailers, dropside trailers and ballast boxes, providing practical solutions for material handling, track maintenance and equipment transport.

Built for strength, stability and long-term reliability, Chieftain rail trailers are designed to perform in demanding rail environments while giving contractors the flexibility to select a configuration suited to their particular network and application.

Why Choose Chieftain?

Chieftain are one of the few manufacturers offering purpose-built rail trailers. Our engineering team works directly with rail contractors to design trailers that meet Network Rail and international rail standards. Every rail trailer is built to specification and can be customised for gauge, load capacity, and application.

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