ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions division (CVS) has secured a significant order from a leading OEM in India for its next-generation AxTrax 2 LF electric portal axle, as the Southern Germany based company announces. The multi-year agreement includes the delivery of several thousand units destined for the Indian domestic market as well as global exports. First deliveries are scheduled for 2026 under the multi-year agreement.
The AxTrax 2 LF, which made its debut at the 2023 Busworld show, delivering up to 20% energy savings compared to its predecessor, as ZF highlights the benefits of the AxTrax 2. It is a fully integrated low-floor axle and combines propulsion, braking and suspension systems. The dual PSM hairpin motors, 800 V SiC inverter and advanced oil cooling, deliver up to 360 kW continuous power and peak torque of 36,800 Nm. According to ZF this provides a 25% climbing ability for a 30t articulated bus with just one driven axle. “This order highlights ZF’s strength as a trusted partner in advancing zero-emission mobility and reflects the continuing strong global demand
for products across all key commercial vehicle domains,” said Andreas Moser, Head of the Commercial Vehicle Solutions division and responsible for the India Region for ZF. “The AxTrax 2 LF shows how ZF innovation supports the transition to zero emissions public mobility through the combination of high performance and modular flexibility.” ZF emphasises that because of the modular platform and integrated systems approach, "the AxTrax 2 LF enables OEMs to simplify vehicle design, achieve higher performance and meet diverse market requirements while reducing the TCO".