Rail and Transit Equipment Rentals

Count on Herc Rentals for specialized rail and transit equipment designed for efficiency and safety. From installing tracks to maintaining ship engines and rental equipment, Herc Rentals can help keep your transit business running. Expert service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensures you have the right equipment for the job when and where you need it.

With Herc, you get rental equipment and reliable service as well as access to a partner that helps you determine the best options for your organization and assists with industrial project management from start to finish. Contact Herc Rentals to learn more about rail, port, transit and maritime equipment rental.

Specialized Equipment for Rail and Transit Applications

With reliable access to specialized equipment from top brands, renting from Herc ensures you always have what you need for everyday operations and emergency situations. Our rail and transit equipment rentals include solutions optimized for use in rail yards, shipyards and other transit hubs or systems.

Maritime, rail and transit efficiency is often dependent on having the right equipment. Specific scenarios where you might use rental equipment from Herc include:

• Retrofitting historic ferries, streetcars or other transit systems
• Building sustainable alternatives to older long-distance or municipal transit systems
• Maintaining light rail or subway systems
• Expanding an existing rail line
• Constructing new passenger terminals or expanding existing ones
• Ongoing shipyard and rail yard maintenance
• Emergency repairs of tracks, rail cars, signaling devices, ships, loading equipment and docking facilities

Renting equipment from Herc helps reduce expenses, particularly when dealing with short-term jobs. There's no need to find long-term storage for an entire stable of equipment, since you can rent only the tools you need for each job.

Types of Rail and Transit Equipment

Equipment solutions for this industry include rail and transit specialized tools designed to maintain consistent performance, enhance safety and handle emergency situations. Some equipment options available through Herc Rentals include:

Portable Generators

When a power outage hits, portable generators keep your essential equipment online. Towable generators handle large power loads, and generators with onboard outlets and receptacles simplify connection of power tools and lighting equipment.

Environmental and Climate Control

Temporary air conditioners, heaters, dehumidifiers and industrial fans keep your environment optimized for reliable transit operations. Portable units with air conditioning and heating capability help with efficient temperature control, and after-hours operation ensure reliable temperatures even when employees aren't present.

Air and Water Solutions

Pumps, air scrubbers and air compressors help you guide the flow of air and water where you need it. Portable air compressors power pneumatic tools at the point of use, and air movers provide exhaust or blower capabilities when you need consistent airflow without excess turbulence. Submersible pumps rapidly clear away excess liquid to reduce flooding risks and allow for effective operation in wet conditions.

Trucks and Utility Vehicles

Moving people and equipment becomes simple with trucks and utility vehicles rented through Herc. Trucks designed for maneuverability and traction control let you handle heavy loads with ease. Rental trailers add to the transport capability of your existing truck fleet.

Earthmoving and Construction Equipment

When you're expanding operations, having access to a variety of tools and equipment streamlines your project. Equipment designed for earthmoving and construction includes loaders, skid steers, forklifts, backhoes and cranes. Construction equipment with couplers that allow for swapping out attachments and accessories offer unparalleled customization.

Aerial Work Equipment

Working in elevated environments requires specialized equipment such as booms and aerial platforms. Lifts help you safely access the top of rail cars, cargo containers and shipboard structures without climbing. Protective guards keep workers safe during repairs, and convenient maneuverability let you easily get aerial equipment into place.

Illumination Solutions

Portable light towers keep your work area illuminated 24 hours a day. Small lighting solutions and hazardous location lighting provide visibility under any conditions. Extra-long cords and convenient hanging or tripod bracing makes it simple to position lighting anywhere.

Floor Care

Floor scrapers, sweepers and buffers help keep floors in public facing and industrial work zones even and free of debris that could cause accidents. Restore a historic train terminal from the ground up, or remove carpeting from your boarding area with a rental floor scraper. Clean a large floor area using a walk-behind sweeper.

Mechanical Trade Tools

Portable electric and gas-powered welders let you complete repair jobs at the point of service, including track repairs and shipboard welding jobs. Larger towable and skid mounted welders deliver more power than compact units while still allowing convenient transport.

Search our wide range of equipment and jobsite solutions to find the right tools for your rail or transit facility.

Services We Offer

In addition to rail and maritime equipment rentals, Herc also provides a range of services tailored to the needs of rail and transit professionals.

Services available include:

• Safety training
• Equipment training
• Flexible rental terms
• Delivery and pick-up options
• Onsite maintenance

Safety training through Herc includes everything from safe equipment operation to fall protection and trench safety. Both large-group training and organization-wide training are available. Herc can also help you develop rail and transit safety plans and protocols tailored to your organization to ensure that employees and managers are properly trained and certified.

With a wide array of delivery and pick-up options, you can choose the rental terms that work for your company. Arrange to have rail and transit equipment brought to your worksite, or pick up the items you need at a convenient nearby location.

Partner With Herc Plus

Herc Rentals serves a variety of industries, including rail, port and transit. Whether your company transports people, cargo, commercial goods or specialty items, Herc helps keep the job running smoothly so everything arrives on time. 

Manage projects and optimize equipment use by tracking which rented items you use most and which resources may be underutilized by your organization. Technological solutions, such as remote lockouts and solar-powered surveillance cameras, help keep large equipment secure. You can also rent storage containers to lock away equipment and tools when not in use.

For elite support anywhere in the country, try Herc Plus. Designed to provide first-class service and a consistent support throughout your rental term, this program includes customized ordering, a single point of contact and priority assistance. Find out how the elite support provided by a Herc Plus partnership can help your rail or transit business run more effectively.

Count on Herc Rentals

When it comes to rail and transit equipment rental, rely on a company with the expertise to support your essential systems and the long-term experience to meet your existing needs and any changing needs in the years to come. With 24/7 support and locations all across the United States, Herc provides unparalleled service for your rail yard, port or shipyard, so you can maintain consistency for your customers. Onsite delivery and service brings equipment and expertise directly to you, and our wide array of rental solutions and services lets you tailor your rental portfolio to your needs.

Contact Herc Rentals to learn more about available equipment, services and solutions designed specifically for the rail and transit industry.