The Plasser & Theurer 08-16 & 08-16 M 84 Tamping Machine is a proven railway maintenance solution engineered to maintain track geometry, improve ride quality, and extend track life. Widely used by railway operators worldwide, this machine combines advanced tamping technology with robust engineering to deliver reliable results under demanding working conditions.

Powered by the DEUTZ TCD-2015 V8 diesel engine producing 370 kW at 2,100 RPM, the machine provides the power required for continuous tamping operations while maintaining fuel efficiency and dependable performance. With an operating weight of approximately 63 tons and a maximum travel speed of 80 km/h, the machine can be rapidly deployed across maintenance sites, reducing track possession time and improving operational productivity.

Designed for 1,067 mm gauge railways, the 08-16 M 84 offers high-precision tamping capabilities to restore track alignment, level, and stability. Gauge conversion services are available through A.F.S. Enterprise to meet specific customer requirements and railway network standards.

Ideal for railway authorities, infrastructure contractors, and maintenance divisions, the 08-16 & 08-16 M 84 remains one of the most trusted tamping machine platforms in railway maintenance operations.

Specifications

General

·       Machine Type: Railway Tamping Machine

·       Model: 08-16 / 08-16 M 84

·       Manufacturer: Plasser & Theurer

·       Year of Manufacture: 2001

·       Track Gauge: 1,067 mm

·       Operating Weight: 63 Tons

Engine

·       Engine Model: DEUTZ TCD-2015 V8

·       Engine Type: Turbocharged Diesel Engine

·       Rated Output: 370 kW @ 2,100 RPM

·       Equivalent Power: Approximately 500 HP

Performance

·       Maximum Travel Speed: 80 km/h

·       Working / Tamping Speed: 45 km/h

·       Application: Track Tamping, Track Alignment, Ballast Consolidation, Track Geometry Correction

Features

·       High-precision tamping technology

·       Suitable for heavy-duty railway maintenance

·       Fast deployment between work sites

·       Robust and proven Plasser & Theurer engineering

·       Improves track stability and ride quality

·       Reduces maintenance downtime

·       Gauge conversion service available