LRV Low Floor Tram Wheels are specially developed to meet the structural and operational requirements of modern low-floor Light Rail Vehicles (LRVs) and streetcars. Designed for integration into urban rail environments, these wheels offer noise reduction, ride comfort, and precision performance, while maintaining strict compliance with international standards such as TSI and EN 13979-1.
The wheels are typically produced using forged low-alloy steel and are optionally combined with resilient elements, making them ideal for embedded track systems, tight curves, and frequent acceleration/deceleration. Their profile and dimensions are optimized for Bogie-integrated drive systems and independently rotating wheels, commonly used in 100% low-floor tram configurations.
They are engineered to reduce:
Wheel/rail contact noise
Track-induced vibration
Passenger cabin resonance
Each wheel is precision-machined and can be monobloc or resilient depending on vehicle type and performance goals. Advanced heat treatment (quenching and tempering) is applied to improve wear resistance and reduce the risk of rolling contact fatigue, especially under the demanding stop-and-go conditions of city transit.
Key Technical Features:
Designed for 100% low-floor tram and LRV applications
Forged steel monobloc or resilient construction
Excellent noise and vibration mitigation
TSI and EN 13979-compliant design
Available for independently rotating or fixed-axle configurations
Optimized for tight turning radii and embedded rails
Compatible with custom or standard wheel profiles
