The Electric Rail Tractor is a high-efficiency rail-guided towing solution designed to optimize in-plant logistics and internal rail transport systems. Powered by an advanced electric drive system, this rail tractor provides stable traction, precise speed control, and low operational costs for industrial environments requiring frequent material movement along fixed rail tracks.
Compared with diesel-driven shunters or traditional locomotive systems, the electric rail tractor offers zero emissions, reduced noise levels, simplified maintenance, and improved energy efficiency, making it ideal for modern factories focused on automation and sustainable production.
In large-scale manufacturing plants, raw materials and semi-finished goods often need to be transported between workshops. The electric rail tractor ensures smooth and efficient towing of rail transfer carts, improving production flow and minimizing downtime.
For facilities handling large components such as chassis frames, engines, or machinery modules, the rail tractor enables synchronized movement of multiple carts, enhancing logistics coordination and reducing manual handling risks.
Electric rail tractors are widely used in power plants and renewable energy equipment production sites to transport turbines, transformers, and heavy components safely and efficiently.
For rail-guided internal transport systems, the electric rail tractor provides reliable towing for batch material movement, increasing operational efficiency while reducing forklift dependency.
✔ High fuel consumption and emissions from diesel rail shunters
✔ Frequent maintenance downtime
✔ Unstable speed control during low-speed precision movement
✔ High labor intensity in internal material transfer
✔ Limited flexibility in multi-cart logistics operations
The electric drive system integrates high-efficiency motors, intelligent controllers, and optimized torque transmission, ensuring smooth acceleration, controlled braking, and stable performance even under heavy-load conditions.
Energy-Efficient Electric Drive System
Low Noise Operation for Indoor Use
High Traction Performance Under Full Load
Adjustable Speed Control with Soft Start Function
Compact Structural Design for Limited Space Operation
Integrated Safety Monitoring System
Suitable for Continuous and High-Frequency Operations
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Towing Capacity | 5–150 tons (customizable) |
| Drive Motor | AC / DC Industrial Motor |
| Power Supply | Battery / Busbar / Cable |
| Rated Voltage | 48V / 72V / 220V / 380V |
| Travel Speed | 0–25 m/min (variable) |
| Control Method | Manual / Remote / PLC Integration |
| Braking System | Electromagnetic + Mechanical Dual Brake |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Customized according to track layout |
| Protection Class | IP54 / IP65 |
| Operating Environment | Indoor / Outdoor |
| Working Temperature | -20°C to +50°C |
Lithium Battery System with BMS
Lead-Acid Industrial Battery
Continuous Busbar Power Supply
Heavy-Duty Cable Reel System
PLC Communication Interface
VFD Speed Regulation
Remote Control Console
Automatic Coupling System
Anti-Collision Sensor
Overload Protection
Audible & Visual Alarm System
Emergency Stop System
Rail Sweeper and Buffer Device
The electric rail tractor can be integrated into automated production systems via PLC or industrial communication protocols. It supports centralized dispatching and intelligent route planning, making it suitable for factories upgrading toward digitalized and automated logistics solutions.