Traction Motor

ABB delivers highly efficient, customizable solutions designed for optimal performance across diverse applications and drive cycles. With proven expertise in design and integration, we ensure energy efficiency and reliability in every system.

Efficiency at its core

Compact, configurable motors for electric vehicles.

Experience the precision and efficiency of ABB’s electric traction motors, designed to meet the unique demands of modern mobility. With customizable configurations, compact design, and high torque density, these motors deliver fast control and optimal performance across diverse applications.

Built on a proven platform and tailored to specific drive cycles, ABB motors ensure reliability in even the harshest environments. From railway applications, electric buses and trucks to off-road and industrial vehicles, ABB’s energy-efficient motor technology is driving the future of sustainable transportation.

Product Benefits

Fully configurable and customizable.

Global Presence, Local Support

ABB’s worldwide footprint ensures you have access to local sales and technical support. Benefit from fast response times and region-specific expertise backed by a global leader.

Mechanical Flexibility

ABB motors offer versatile mounting and interface options, making them adaptable to various mechanical configurations and vehicle design.

Motor-Drive Synergy

Expertise in both motors and drives ensures seamless integration and optimal performance. The result is a traction system that works in harmony, not just in parallel.

One Supplier, One System

Simplify your traction system integration with inverter, motor, line converter, and battery—all from ABB. This unified approach ensures compatibility, reduces complexity, and streamlines support.

Efficiency to Outrun

ABB traction motors are optimized for minimal energy losses and maximum power output. This translates to lower operating costs, higher reliability and improved sustainability for your fleet.

Systems Competence for Seamless Integration

ABB’s deep systems know-how helps you integrate the driveline into your application with confidence. Our tailored support and engineering collaboration makes your solution stand out in performance and reliability.

Common Applications

Built for tough conditions, ABB traction motors deliver dependable performance across a wide range of demanding mobility applications—from railway to off-road vehicles.

Railway

ABB’s tailor-made Traction Motors deliver reliable, energy-efficient performance for demanding rail applications ensuring durability and smooth operation across all environments.

Heavy off-highway vehicles

Built for endurance, ABB’s Traction Motors ensure dependable, energy-efficient performance in extreme off-highway conditions to keep heavy-duty vehicles moving with minimal downtime.

Electric buses

ABB’s Traction Motors power electric buses with quiet, efficient, and reliable performance to support sustainable urban mobility with low maintenance and high uptime.

Close to shore vessels

In marine applications, ABB’s Traction Motors combine efficiency and reliability to support low-emission propulsion by delivering consistent performance in both offshore and onboard operations.

ABB's on-board transportation solutions

From rail to off-highway, our solutions drive performance everywhere. Access ABB's interactive web app to discover the full range of technologies ABB offers. Browse detailed product information, technical specifications, all in one intuitive platform. Click to unlock our portfolio and find the technology that powers your next project.

Highlights

Boliden, Epiroc and ABB make first battery-electric trolley truck system for underground mining a reality

Technology milestone brings mining industry a step closer to the all-electric mine of the future. Underground hauling fleet electrification system design builds on Epiroc’s battery-electric Minetruck MT42 SG and ABB’s eMine™ Trolley System. Mine haul fleet electrification is one of the most effective and realistic ways to reduce CO2 emissions in mining and help the industry reach its sustainability targets.

ABB launches energy-efficient motor and inverter package for electric buses

The motor and inverter were developed together, meaning that they work optimally with one another The new package, featuring the first 3-level inverter for buses, enables greater lifespan and significant efficiency gains with up to 12% less motor losses on typical drive cycles compared to previous 2-level inverters The motor also offers high torque density for improved dynamic performance, as well as a quieter operation for increased passenger comfort

ABB technologies help buses in Zurich become more energy efficient

Energy-efficient drive solutions and energy storage systems from ABB are helping municipal public transport companies approach the goal of emission-free mobility.

Meeting future goals through zero-emission technology

Energy efficiency principles can be applied to any motor-driven application, including heavy-duty construction machinery. In Norway, Nasta upgrades such machines by replacing their original diesel engines with an electric powertrain from ABB, resulting in longer vehicle lifespans, no need for fossil fuels, and emission-free operation.

Service for Traction Motors

Service Level Agreement for Traction Systems

Maximize performance and reliability throughout the entire life cycle of your traction solutions with ABB's traction service level agreements.

Retrofit Solutions for Rail Vehicles

ABB’s retrofit solutions enable operators to modernize existing rail vehicles with the latest traction technologies.

Spare Parts

High quality spare parts for reliable operations.

Repairs

Restore your operations quickly.

Technical Support

Fast motors, generators, drives and battery recovery with direct access to ABB’s expertise.

Training

Keep your team’s competence up to date to manage your assets effectively.

Installation and Commissioning

Getting it right from the very start.