The 08-32 U Tamping Machine is a proven railway maintenance platform engineered to restore track geometry, improve ride quality, and extend railway infrastructure life. Designed for demanding maintenance environments, the machine combines reliable diesel power, heavy-duty construction, and precise tamping performance to ensure efficient track maintenance operations.

Powered by a KHD F12L 413F air-cooled 12-cylinder diesel engine producing 220 kW at 2,000 RPM, the machine delivers dependable performance for continuous railway maintenance activities. The ZF 4WG65 II transmission with integrated torque converter ensures smooth power delivery and efficient operation under varying track conditions.

With an operating weight of approximately 55 tons and a total length of 19.2 meters, the 08-32 U provides excellent stability during tamping operations while remaining mobile enough for rapid deployment across maintenance sections. Originally configured for 1,000 mm gauge railways, the machine can also be converted to 1,067 mm gauge, offering flexibility for railway operators managing different rail networks.

The 08-32 U is ideally suited for railway authorities, contractors, and infrastructure maintenance organizations seeking a reliable and cost-effective tamping machine for track renewal and maintenance programs.

Specifications

General

·       Machine Type: Railway Tamping Machine

·       Model: 08-32 U

·       Track Gauge: 1,000 mm

·       Convertible Gauge: 1,067 mm

·       Operating Weight: Approximately 55 Tons

Dimensions

·       Total Length: 19,200 mm

·       Length (Without Automatic Coupler): 17,900 mm

·       Total Width: 2,750 mm

·       Total Height: 3,630 mm

·       Distance Between Bogie Pivots: 11,500 mm

·       Bogie Wheelbase: 1,500 mm

Axle Load

·       Front Bogie Axle Weight: Approximately 14.0 Tons

·       Rear Bogie Axle Weight: Approximately 13.5 Tons

Engine

·       Type: 4-Cycle Diesel Engine

·       Model: KHD F12L 413F

·       Configuration: Air-Cooled 12-Cylinder

·       Output: 220 kW @ 2,000 RPM

·       Maximum Engine Speed: 2,300 RPM

Transmission

·       Type: 3-Speed Gearbox with Torque Converter

·       Model: ZF 4WG65 II

·       Maximum Input Power: 350 HP

Gear Ratios

·       1st Gear: 3.36

·       2nd Gear: 1.77

·       3rd Gear: 0.924

Applications

·       Track Tamping

·       Track Alignment Correction

·       Ballast Consolidation

·       Railway Infrastructure Maintenance

·       Track Geometry Restoration

·       Rail Network Rehabilitation

Key Features

·       Precision track tamping technology

·       Convertible gauge capability (1,000 mm to 1,067 mm)

·       Heavy-duty railway maintenance design

·       Reliable KHD 12-cylinder diesel engine

·       ZF transmission with torque converter

·       Stable 55-ton operating platform

·       Suitable for mainline and regional railways

·       Proven performance in railway maintenance operations