Building Cleaner and Greener Locomotion Propulsion Drives to Meet Emissions Standards
Powering Greener Switcher Locomotives
ITAMCO manufactures internal gearing and assembles precision propulsion drive gearboxes for switch locomotives. Each gearbox is engineered for reliable power transfer, smooth torque transmission, and reduced operating costs in rail yard operations.
Built for continuous starts, stops, and heavy loads, these systems improve fuel efficiency and lower operating costs—critical in high-cycle switching environments.
Sizing
114
Operations
71
People Involved
2
Set Locomotive
Where it Goes
Integrated into to the propulsion system of a switch locomotive, this gearbox transfers power from the engine to the drive wheels, enabling controlled movement, positioning, and switching operations under varying load conditions all while saving fuel.
Switcher Locomotives
AC
Traction Drive
65-75%
Fuel Savings
50,000 lbs
Tractive Effort
Easy
Maintenance