Diesel side loader DuraPack Rapid Rail®

ride-onfor the recycling industryfor containers

Overview
Heil® combines the DuraPack® high‑compaction body with the Rapid Rail® automated side‑load arm to deliver a durable, high‑payload automated side loader for residential, commercial and multi‑family refuse routes.

Key summary

• DuraPack high‑compaction body optimized for reduced weight while maintaining structural strength.
• Rapid Rail automated side‑load arm with hardened grabber gears and service‑smart layout.
• Compatible with 30–300 gallon (113–1,136 L) containers; designed for tight placements and minimal kick‑out.

Standard features

• Optimized body weight to increase payload and route productivity.
• High tensile strength steel construction (7–8 gauge) with AR400 wear surfaces in hopper.
• Service‑Smart design: soft‑shift valve, proximity switches, protected cable/hose carrier for simplified maintenance.
• In‑cylinder hydraulic sensors (Odyssey‑style) to reduce lift maintenance and electrical troubleshooting.
• Can‑shake presets to dislodge stubborn refuse.
• Proportional controls and lift‑feathering for precise container placement and reduced cab vibration.
• Rapid Rail hardened grabber gears (high‑strength, low‑alloy steel; splined to grabber shafts) for extended life.
• Dual joystick capability for Rapid Rail or Python‑style operation with minimal retraining.
• Rugged mobile controller with in‑cab display for vehicle intelligence and precise control.
• Auto lift for one‑smooth‑motion container pick‑up.
• Above‑grade pick‑up capability: up to about 2 ft (0.6 m) above grade.
• Reinforced subframe and hopper to resist abrasion, corrosion and salt damage.

Optional features / packages

• 3rd Eye digital packages (factory‑installed telematics/mobile/radar) with up to six camera connections for service verification and route management.
• Integrated lift camera and light package to improve operator visibility.
• 300‑gallon grabber option for commercial container handling.
• CNrG integrated tailgate CNG fuel system option for CNG chassis.
• Shur‑Lock in‑cab tailgate locks allowing cab‑based unlock/open for safe discharge.

Operational notes
The Rapid Rail grabber minimizes kick‑out and cycles rapidly to improve residential and commercial route efficiency while reducing operator fatigue. Service points are arranged for simplified routine checks and reduced downtime.

Technical specifications

• Lift capacity: 1,600 lb (≈726 kg).
• Arm cycle time: approximately 8 seconds.
• Container compatibility: 30–300 gallon (113–1,136 L).
• Above‑grade lift: up to about 2 ft (0.6 m).
• Body materials: 7–8 gauge high tensile strength steel; hopper floor: 1/4" AR400; hopper sides: 3/16" AR400.
• Grabber gears: hardened high‑strength low‑alloy steel, splined to grabber shafts for long cycle life.
• Weight optimization: body engineered to reduce weight while maintaining payload (example modern designs up to ~2,000 lb reduction).
• Controls: proportional hydraulics, in‑cylinder sensors, mobile controller with in‑cab display, dual‑joystick capability, lift feathering.
• Service features: soft‑shift valve, protected cable/hose carrier and simplified maintenance architecture.
• Telematics: factory‑ready for 3rd Eye integration and multi‑camera connectivity.