In 1996, Wabtec introduced AC drive systems to the industry and today is the leader in advanced AC drive technology.
Wabtec’s AC electric drive systems offer lower operating costs and higher haul productivity over mechanical drives. They eliminate wearing components such as torque converters, drive shafts, transmissions and differentials to reduce maintenance, improve truck availability and lower lifecycle cost.
Wabtec offers the most complete line of AC electric drive systems in the industry, ranging from 150-400 ton capacity.