Performance & Versatility on the Rail and on the Road

The Brandt R4 Power Unit stands alone as the most powerful and versatile railcar mover on the market and the only highway-capable switching unit in the world. It’s no wonder every major railway has Brandt Power Units in their fleet!

Improved Comfort

The backbone of the R4 is a Freightliner chassis. With a roomy cab, ergonomically placed controls, and plenty of headroom and storage, the new Power Unit offers the comfort needed to perform well on the job. For added convenience, we’ve given the R4 more cabinet space than ever before, delivering ample storage space for luggage, materials, tools or anything else you may need.

Freightliner has a strong reputation for reliability and customer service, with an extensive domestic and international dealer network for additional support, wherever the job takes you.

Brandt Control System

The new Brandt Control System makes operating and maintaining your R4 Power Unit simple and easy. Our user-friendly digital display keeps you informed with data on pressure, temperature, operation suggestions, fault codes, auxiliary equipment hours, and maintenance interval information – right at your fingertips.

Logic Programming

We’ve introduced Logic Programming to adjust speed or to shut down systems such as cooling fans, air compressors, etc. to reduce the overall hours on auxiliary equipment and decrease fuel usage.

Improved Serviceability and Support

The R4 is easier to service and maintain than ever before. Access to grease points has been improved and the total number of points has been decreased. In several locations, we utilized nitrite coated pins and lube bushings, reducing overall maintenance time. Test ports have been installed in strategic locations to collect oil samples and for testing system pressures. As well, each Power Unit comes with a complete set of operator’s, parts, and troubleshooting manuals to ensure that the R4 is completely user friendly.

Keep Your Cool

The new cooling system on the R4 has a hinged and tilting access frame for improved convenience when cleaning the transmission and hydraulic systems. In addition to improved access to regular service items, the R4 also features a CAN Bus electrical system, ensuring reliable communication between the hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical components, resulting in increased uptime.