Lukas Re-railing & Railway Recovery

Complete hydraulic systems for re-railing derailed rail vehicles — from trams and metro cars to heavy mainline locomotives. Designed and manufactured by Lukas Hydraulik, Germany.

Lukas Hydraulik GmbH — Germany

Lukas is the inventor of hydraulic rescue tools and a world leader in heavy-duty hydraulic systems for emergency services. The Lukas re-railing product line is designed for rapid recovery of derailed rail vehicles with minimum track obstruction time. Systems are in service with railway operators, civil defence agencies and emergency response teams across Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East.

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Re-railing Frames & Jack Systems
Hydraulic re-railing frames that lift and guide a derailed bogie or axle back onto the track without crane equipment. Suitable for all standard gauge track.
Lukas Re-railing Frame Light
Lukas
Re-railing Frame — Light Series
For trams, light rail, metro and passenger coaches — up to 30 T axle load
  • Max. axle load: 30 T
  • Gauge: 1435 mm (standard) / adaptable
  • Hydraulic lift: 300 mm stroke
  • Frame material: high-strength steel
  • Two-person deployment
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Lukas Re-railing Frame Heavy
Lukas
Re-railing Frame — Heavy Series
For mainline locomotives, freight wagons and heavy rail — axle loads up to 30+ T
  • Max. axle load: 30+ T per frame pair
  • Adjustable gauge adapter
  • High-pressure hydraulic system
  • Hydraulic synchronisation available
  • Modular — frames can be combined
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Lukas Hydraulic Track Jack
Lukas
Hydraulic Track Jack
Heavy-duty hydraulic jack positioned under rail vehicle chassis for controlled vertical lift
  • Lifting capacity: 30–75 T
  • Stroke: up to 300 mm
  • Low-profile nose for tight clearances
  • Compatible with Lukas power units
  • Safety lock at each stroke position
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Track Clamps & Accessories
Rail clamps, shackles and anchoring devices used in combination with the re-railing frames to secure the recovery system to the track and prevent frame displacement during lifting.
Lukas Track Clamp
Lukas
Rail Track Clamp
Bolted rail clamp anchoring the re-railing frame to the rail head — prevents lateral displacement during lifting
  • Compatible: UIC 54 / UIC 60 / Vignol rail
  • High-strength steel construction
  • Single-spanner installation
  • Rated for frame uplift loads
  • Pairs supplied as standard
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Lukas Hydraulic Power Unit for Re-railing
Lukas
Hydraulic Power Unit — Re-railing
Petrol or electric hydraulic power unit supplying up to 4 simultaneous tool circuits for re-railing operations
  • Output pressure: 700 bar
  • Up to 4 simultaneous circuits
  • Petrol or 230 V / battery options
  • Trolley-mounted for site mobility
  • Compatible with full Lukas tool range
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Lukas Re-railing Complete Kit
Lukas
Complete Re-railing Kit
Full re-railing system for one derailed bogie: frames, clamps, jacks, power unit, hoses and carry cases
  • 2× re-railing frames
  • 4× track clamps
  • 1× hydraulic power unit
  • Hydraulic hose set (10 m)
  • Transport trolley/carry case
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Lifting & Recovery Aids
Hydraulic spreaders, rams and lifting cylinders used alongside re-railing frames to clear debris, separate vehicles and provide supplementary lift at derailment sites.
Lukas SP777 Spreader
Lukas
SP777 Spreader
Heavy-duty spreader used to separate overlapping bogies and move derailed vehicles laterally
  • Spreading force: 77 kN
  • Max. opening: 770 mm
  • Closing force: 27 kN
  • Weight: approx. 18 kg
  • E3 generation — battery compatible
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Lukas CR522 Combination Ram
Lukas
CR522 Combination Ram
Spreader-ram combination — acts as spreader for separation and as pushing ram for vehicle repositioning
  • Pushing force: 52.5 kN
  • Spreading force: 52.5 kN
  • Ram stroke: 220 mm
  • Spreader opening: 220 mm
  • E3 generation — battery compatible
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Lukas R521 Ram
Lukas
R521 Extension Ram
High-force single-acting ram for pushing derailed vehicles back towards track position
  • Pushing force: 154 kN
  • Stroke: 210 mm
  • Extended length: 680 mm
  • Weight: approx. 8 kg
  • Extension tubes available
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Specify a complete Lukas re-railing system

Whether you need equipment for tram/metro operations or mainline railway recovery, we will specify and supply the right system for your track gauge, vehicle type and team size. Contact us for a full quotation.

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