Ballast Tools Equipment (BTE) designs, builds, sells and leases, high-performance, high-durability specialty equipment for railroad track maintenance and construction. BTE’s hi-rail machines and unique attachments are used throughout North America and internationally, serving Class 1 railroads, short lines, and contractors.

BTE boasts more than 30 years of experience in developing railroad maintenance of way solutions. The BTE fleet of machines includes a range of hi-rail excavators and backhoes, with specialty attachments such as undercutters, mulchers, tampers, tie handlers, culvert cleaners, snow blowers and buckets. BTE is an innovator in track maintenance solutions, such as the innovative BTE Hi-Rail Skid Steer (HRSS). BTE machines are heavily engineered and field-tested to help ensure reliable and effective on-track operations.

At BTE, service continues after the sale with our talented Field Service team. In addition, our Customer Service group is experienced, dedicated, and knowledgeable for quality parts requirements. BTE offers on-site start-up and operator training. The customer satisfaction is our number one priority.

BTE is located in Festus, MO USA.