Rolling Stock

Train manufacturers and operators can rely on ABB traction technology to provide higher reliability and higher energy efficiency, as well as ensuring a punctual and more comfortable ride for the passengers.

In addition, our customers benefit from one single interface to the supplier and from the optimization potential that lies within that subsystem.

ABB supplies complete traction systems that power many of the world’s high-speed trains including traction converters, traction motors, as well as auxiliary converters that distribute the power to the train’s onboard applications.

ABB offers complete solutions for new vehicles and fleet refurbishment that offer the best overall solution and optimization in terms of cost, reliability, weight, size and energy efficiency.

As a major supplier of traction systems, ABB works with most of the leading rolling stock manufacturers and offers complete portfolio of traction solutions from a few 100 kW to more than 7 MW and for all types of locomotives (e.g. passenger, freight, shunting), power heads, and distributed propulsion systems.
We also support freight operators throughout the whole life cycle of the traction system, i.e. in the areas of service, maintenance, upgrades, and retrofit projects.

In the rapidly advancing rail industry, specialized vehicles such as those used for maintenance, rail construction, and infrastructure support require robust and efficient traction systems. ABB's solutions are specifically designed to meet the unique operational demands of specialized vehicles, ensuring maximum performance, reliability, and energy efficiency across a wide range of applications, from rail construction to maintenance operations.