CDC-16 Tamping Device

3. Combined with the function of track lifting and track shifting, while tamping and compacting the ballast, the track's geometric parameters such as level, height, and direction are corrected in real time to reduce secondary disturbances to the ballast.

4. A single tamping operation can cover multiple sleepers, and 16 tamping picks work in coordination to ensure that the ballast density meets standard requirements.

5. The ballast treatment speed reaches 500m/h, which is suitable for large-scale line maintenance scenarios and can effectively reduce track possession window operation time.

"Three-Line Lifting, Four-Line Tamping" Operating Principle

The CDC-16 integrates four critical functions into one operation: leveling, track lifting, track alignment correction, and tamping. This "all-in-one" design eliminates the need for multiple passes with different equipment, slashing maintenance time and reducing disruptions to train schedules. For railway operators, this translates to lower downtime and higher network availability.

16 Coordinated Tamping Picks

Equipped with 16 high-strength tamping picks, the device ensures comprehensive ballast compaction across turnout sections. The picks work in unison to reach hard-to-access areas around turnout components (e.g., switch blades, frogs), guaranteeing that ballast density meets international railway standards. This design prevents uneven settlement in turnouts, a leading cause of derailment risks.

High-Speed Ballast Treatment

With a ballast treatment speed of 500m/h, the CDC-16 is optimized for large-scale line maintenance. It efficiently covers extensive turnout networks, making it ideal for regional and national railway operators managing hundreds of switches.

Deep Tamping to Prevent Settlement

Like premium tamping devices, the CDC-16’s picks insert below the sleeper’s bottom surface to compact ballast at depth. This avoids "shallow false ballast" and ensures long-term turnout stability, reducing the frequency of emergency repairs.