Track renewal train, tie handling gantry, tamping machine, offset rail unloading machine, fastening machines, Tie inserters, tie pluggers, plate pick machines, Anchor applicators, speed swings, spikers, cribbers, adzer, Hydraulic tools, gas tools, hand tools, automated machines, rail saw.

Rail contractors use highly specialized equipment: heavy self-powered or towed machines for track construction, tools for work on track components such as rail fastenings, testing and monitoring equipment used under real operating conditions.