Voith Turbo - Power Transmissions, Couplers and Retarders for Rail Vehicles

Voith Turbo manufactures drive systems that efficiently drive and move machinery, on land and at sea, safely, reliably and comfortably propel vehicles, save energy and reduce emissions.

Voith Turbo Rail is one of the leading suppliers of systems and components for rail vehicles. Our competent and flexible engineering services are characterised by decades of experience. Our turbo transmissions, couplers and retarders have become indispensable in rail vehicles all over the world.

In low-floor trams, as well as high-speed and tilting trains, Voith Turbo components ensure smooth running, reliability and economy. Hydrostatic, electric or mechanical: the product portfolio of Voith Turbo ranges from individual components to complete solutions.

Scharfenberg is the worldwide market leader for couplers and impact protection for rail. With know-how and experience, Voith Turbo Scharfenberg GmbH & Co. KG develops tailor-made systems solutions that are held in high reputation all over the world.

COMPACT POWER UNITS - SHORTPACK™, RAILPACK™ AND TURBOPACK™

Combined competence for rail vehicles: everything from A to Z in these optimised and ready-to-install drive systems derived from one single source.

T 211 re.4 – MATCHED TO SIX-CYLINDER ENGINES WITH HIGHER OUTPUT

The T 211 re.4 turbo transmission has an increased power capacity of 350kW compared to the earlier version. It allows higher input powers at comparable installation space, and is therefore perfectly suited for the six-cylinder diesel engines of the new generation.

L 311 reV2 – IDEAL POWER TRANSMISSION FOR TRACK CONSTRUCTION VEHICLES AND SMALL LOCOMOTIVES

The new L 311 reV2 transmission has been developed by Voith Turbo especially for track construction vehicles and small locomotives. Suitable for all vehicles with an input power of up to 600kW, its special feature is that up to eight auxiliary outputs (PTO) are possible.

LS 640 reU2 – NEW POWER CLASS FOR DIESEL HYDRAULIC LOCOMOTIVES

The new LS 640 reU2 transmission opens up a new power class for diesel hydraulic locomotives. With 4,200kW input power, a new maximum in power density has been achieved.

THE TOMLINSON COUPLER - STANDARD IN AMERICAN METROS

The Tomlinson coupler, which is widely used in North America, supports mechanical, electrical and pneumatical coupling. Combined with the energy absorption systems of the Scharfenberg™ coupler, it increases safety and comfort in railway operation.

THE FOLDABLE COUPLER - FITTING INTO THE NARROWEST SPACE

This coupler has been specially developed for narrow space envelopes. Being foldable at two points, it forms a compact unit that hides behind the front flap when uncoupled. Before coupling, it is automatically unfolded.

GAUGE-CHANGE TRANSMISSION DRIVE FOR TALGO TRAINS

The fully suspended transverse drive for locomotives allows maximum speeds of up to 260km/h. The double-stage helical gear achieves hourly outputs of up to 900kW. Power transmission occurs via a link coupling and a gauge-change device for RENFE and UIC gauges.

NEW FINAL TRANSMISSION DRIVES FOR THE AVE S-103

Maximum speeds of up to 350km/h are realised for the Spanish AVE S-103 train. As a result of a sophisticated design, noise emissions are significantly reduced. Additionally, the aluminium housing enables an optimum power-weight ratio.

TAILOR-MADE COOLING SYSTEMS - QUIETER OPERATION, OPTIMISED CONSUMPTION, HIGHER EFFICIENCY

Voith Turbo offers cooling systems that are precisely adapted to customers' specific requirements. With noise-optimised, sickle-shaped fan blades, special geometries and aerodynamics, they convince both by quiet operation and excellent performance.