A traction motor is an electric motor used for propulsion of a vehicle, such as locomotives, electric or hydrogen vehicles, or electric multiple unit trains.

A modern railway 3-phase traction motor is controlled by feeding in three AC currents which interact to cause the machine to turn. The three phases are most easily provided by an …

Oct 22, 2025 · Explore the history and technological evolution of traction motors in railroads - from early steam-era electrification to today's high-efficiency AC motors and future trends.

Traction motors from Siemens Mobility are known for their compact design that enables the drive system to be optimized to the available space. The high-value flat-wire stator winding has an …

Jan 2, 2025 · The first locomotive to successfully use an AC (alternating current) three-phase asynchronous traction motor drive system was the German DE2500 diesel-electric in 1971, …

Oct 11, 2023 · As traction motors are used to provide propulsion, they’re commonly used in railway locomotives, including diesel-electric and overhead catenary-powered all-electric …

For simplicity of final drive it was for many years standard practice to mount the traction motors on a locomotive’s axles. As train speeds rose, it became increasingly important to limit the impact …

A traction motor is defined as a core component that converts electric energy into mechanical energy for train traction and converts mechanical energy back into electrical energy during …

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.

A traction motor is an electric motor used for propulsion of a vehicle, such as locomotives, electric or hydrogen vehicles, or electric multiple unit trains.