Rail Solutions

Timken has been manufacturing products for the rail industry since the 1920s. From bearings to steel and new technological advancements in rail efficiency, rail customers turn to Timken for quality products, innovation and unparalleled engineering and technological support.

Vossloh: Staying on Track with Timken

High-speed rail applications demand high-performance solutions, and Timken is helping locomotive maker Vossloh AG improve performance with an integrated system of bearings and housings for its EURO 4000, the most powerful diesel-electric locomotive in Europe.

Reduce Fuel Cost with AP-2™ Bearing

The secret to the AP-2™ bearing’s improved fuel efficiency is Timken’s HDL™ seal.

Capabilities

Timken is globally respected in the rail industry. You will find our products helping to ensure smooth transportation operations in Europe, Asia, South America, North America, Africa and Australia for markets including freight, locomotive, passenger, tram and high-speed. And Rail Bearing Service and Timken Rail Services lead the world in rail bearing repair and reconditioning.

Products & Services

Rail customers turn to Timken for a comprehensive line of rail solutions, including AP™ and AP-2™ bearings, MSU suspension tubes, SureFit™ universal backing rings, TracGlide™ top-of-rail friction modifier and the aftermarket repair services of Rail Bearing Service and Timken Rail Services.

Training

Rail 202 is a three-day training program for global customers covering the fundamentals of rail bearings. Sessions are a mix of classroom instruction and hands-on learning.