The RailMAB 965 is a lightweight petrol-driven rail drilling machine, RDSO approved and designed for fast on-track operations. Weighing only 21.5 kg, it can be operated by a single person. Equipped with a 1.5 kW (2 HP) engine, 49.4 cc displacement and 3.04 Nm torque, it delivers strong drilling performance without needing electricity. The quick-release clamping system applies 1.2 tons of pressure to the rail foot for high stability and can be attached or removed in seconds. Ideal for railway maintenance teams and track construction requiring mobility, reliability and independence from power supply.
Key features
- Lightweight – Only 21.5 Kg
- Single Operator Handling
- Quick-Release Rail Clamping System
- 1.2 Ton Clamping Pressure On Rail Foot
- Powerful 1.5 kW (2 HP) Petrol Engine
- 49.4 ccm Engine Capacity
- 3.04 Nm Torque Output
- Ideal For Track Maintenance And Construction
- Designed For On-Site Rail Operations
- RDSO Approved Rail Drilling Machine
- Integrated Petrol Fuel Tank
- Designed and Engineered in Germany
Technical specifications
| Core drill max. Ø HSS / TCT |
36 mm (2-1/16") |
| Cutting depth max. |
55 mm (2-3/8") |
| Twist drill Ø max. |
20 mm (1") |
| Engine output |
1500 W (2 HP) |
| Engine |
49.4 ccm, 3.04 Nm |
| Stroke |
40 mm (1 9/16'') |
| Weight |
21.5 Kg. (47 lbs.) |
| Arbor |
Direct arbor 19 mm Weldon ¾“ |
| Gears |
1 |
| Speed range (min⁻¹) |
min. 110 - max. 280 |
What's in the box
- Metal carry case
- Ejector pin – ZAK 075
- Safety strap
- Allen key – 4 mm, 5 mm, 6 mm
- Operating instructions
- Rail adapter
Rail adaptor sets for UIC 50, UIC 54, UIC 60 and S49/S54 profiles: BDS rail adaptors.
Genuine spare parts & service
Not sure which part you need? Send us your machine's serial number and we will check it for you.
Designed and engineered in Germany by BDS Maschinen GmbH and made in India. Supplied and supported in the UK by LATHELAND.