The mobility of the future must be more sustainable, more efficient, quieter and safer. Schaeffler makes a decisive contribution to this and has become a core development partner in the field of rolling bearing solutions for rail applications.

The expertise and comprehensive technical knowledge of Schaeffler’s rail sector management experts are needed in a wide range of projects, including high-speed transport, freight and local transport in the world’s growing megacities.

In a constantly evolving world, Schaeffler’s bearings and system solutions not only help the railways meet future challenges, but also increase railway safety. In close cooperation with manufacturers and operators, coordinated solutions are developed for any bearing application in rail vehicles.

Schaeffler rail vehicle applications and products

Traction vehicles and multi-units
With more than 100 years of experience in the rail industry, Schaeffler is a reliable partner that offers its customers comprehensive technical expertise and the highest level of quality. In close cooperation with manufacturers and operators, perfectly matched solutions are created for various bearing applications in rail vehicles.

Traction motor and gearbox bearings
Schaeffler’s rolling bearings make an important contribution to increased travel comfort and economic effectiveness as well as to reduced noise emissions in gearboxes, traction motors and suspension tubes

Axlebox bearings for freight cars
Schaeffler’s axlebox bearings have proven themselves in freight cars even under demanding environmental conditions, thanks to their long service life and low maintenance.

Axlebox bearings for railway coaches and locomotives
The rolling and plain bearings developed and manufactured by Schaeffler for chassis, bogies and their components ensure reliability, safety and comfort.

Mechatronics
Schaeffler is systematically expanding its mechanical components to create mechatronic modules that offer significant additional advantages in freight and passenger transport.

Other bearing supports
Because they are robust, reliable and cost-effective, Schaeffler’s bearings are also ideally suited for overhead line tensioning wheels and points, tilting technology and stabilization systems as well as gauge adjustment systems. They also ensure safety and a long service life for bearing supports in door systems and boarding aids, railcar body and bogie connections and brake systems.

Keller is the agent of SKF, COOPER, FAG, TIMKEN railway locomotive bearings. To consult SKF railway locomotive bearings, please contact our sales staff immediately to get the best price