Kessler Drivetrain
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Kessler products have a wide variety of applications in many fields including:
Agriculture | Aircraft Ground Support | Construction | Cranes | Defence | Harbour Equipment & Lift Trucks | Heavy Trucks | Material Handling | Mining | Special Vehicles | Telehandlers
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AXLES
Steer Axles
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Drive Axles
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Oscillation Axles
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Tandem & Tridem Axles
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Independent Wheel Suspension
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Special Solutions
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AXLES
Steer Axles
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Drive Axles
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Oscillation Axles
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Tandem & Tridem Axles
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Independent Wheel Suspension
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Special Solutions
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GEARBOXES
Transfer Cases
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Upbox
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Powershift Transmission
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Special Gearboxes
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WHEEL DRIVES
Wheel Drives
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AXLES DETAIL
Steer Axles
Kessler designs and produces planetary steer drive axles with a capacity of 8 – 80 metric tons.
Their axles are characterized by a superior reliability based on product knowledge proven through many years of field experience as well as by an elaborated lightweight design. Their modular design allows them to find individual solutions by using high volume components manufactured in highly efficient production plants.
Kessler steer drive axles are available with different drive head, differential and brake options.
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| Type | Dynamic axle loads | Brakes | Bolt circle diameter | Selected applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT41 | 12 t | TB | 275, 335 mm | Material handling, Towing tractor, Agricultural |
| LT51 | 12 t | TB, SB | 335 mm | Mobile crane, Aircraft towing tractor |
| LT71 | 14 t*/21 t** | TB, SB, DSB, NLB | 335 mm | Mobile crane, Material handling, Aircraft towing tractor |
| LT81 | 17 t*/24 t** | TB, SB, DSB, NLB | 335/425 mm | Mobile crane, Material handling, Aircraft towing tractor |
| LT91 | 60 t | TB, SB, NLB | 425/500 mm | Mobile crane, Material handling, Aircraft towing tractor, Harbour crane |
| LT101 | 80 t | SB, NLB | 500/705 mm | Mobile crane, Material handling, Aircraft towing tractor |
TB = drum brake, SB = disc brake,
DSB = air disc brake, NLB = wet disc brake
For an axle proposal please complete the inquiry form below.
Drive Axles
Kessler designs and produces planetary drive axles with a capacity of 8 – 200 metric tons.
Their axles are characterized by a superior reliability based on product knowledge proven through many years of field experience. Their modular design allows them to find individual solutions by using high volume components manufactured in highly efficient production plants.
The Kessler drive axles are available with different differential, brake and wheel end options.
Kessler steer drive axles are available with different drive head, differential and brake options.
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| Type | Dynamic axle loads | Brakes | Bolt circle diameter | Selected applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D41 | 10 t*/22 t** | TB, SB, NLB | 275 mm | Forklift truck, Towing tractor |
| D71 | 14 t*/30 t** | TB, SB, DSB, NLB | 335 mm | Crane, Material handling |
| D81 | 17 t*/40 t** | TB, SB, DSB, NLB | 335/425 mm | Forklift truck, Dumper |
| D91 | 80 t | TB, SB, NLB | 425/500 mm/KF | Loader, Material handling, Forklift truck |
| D101/D102 | 110 t | SB, NLB | 500 mm/KF | Forklift truck, Loader |
| D106 | 125 t | SB, NLB | 605 mm/KF | Forklift truck, Loader |
| D111 | 140 t | NLB | 605 mm/KF | Forklift truck, Dumper |
| D121 | 200 t | NLB | KF | Forklift truck |
TB = drum brake, SB = disc brake, DSB = air disc brake,
NLB = wet disc brake, KF = clamped rim fixation
For an axle proposal please complete the inquiry form below.
Oscillation Axles
In addition, they offer oscillation axles with modular axle housings especially used in modular transporters and harbour mobile cranes.
Tandem and Tridem Axles
Kessler designs and produces tandem- and tridem-axles with tandem axle loads of 40 – 80 metric tons.
Their axles are characterized by a superior reliability based on product knowledge proven through many years of field experience as well as an elaborated lightweight design. Their modular design allows them to find individual solutions by using high volume components manufactured in highly efficient production plants.
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| Type | Axle ratio | Dynamic tandem loads | Brakes | Minimum rim diameter | Bolt circle diameter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D81DDPL477 D81DDPL478 |
6,36 – 28,0 | 400 kN | TB, SN | 20″ | 335 mm |
| D91DDPL488 | 7,95 – 25,66 | 500 kN | TB, SN | 24″ | 425 mm |
| D91DDPL408 | 10,19 – 31,71 | 600 kN | TB, SN | 24″ | KF |
| D102DDPL327 D102DDPL429 |
10,10 – 31,13 | 800 kN | SB | 24″ | KF |
SB = disc brake, KF = clamped rim fixation
For an axle proposal please complete the inquiry form below.
Independent Wheel Suspension
Kessler designs and produces drive components for solutions with independent wheel suspension especially for mobile cranes and airport crash tenders.
Their axles are characterized by a superior reliability based on product knowledge proven through many years of field experience as well as an elaborated lightweight design. Their modular design allows them to find individual solutions by using high volume components manufactured in highly efficient production plants.
For an axle proposal please complete the inquiry form below.
Special Solutions
For an axle proposal please complete the inquiry form below.
GEARBOXES DETAIL
Transfer Cases
Kessler designs and produces transfer cases for a total power of up to 1000 HP.
These transfer cases are used in many different applications and vehicle types, such as all-terrain-mobile cranes, heavy duty trucks, airport crash tenders and tow tractors.
Their transfer cases are characterized by superior reliability based on product knowledge proven through many years of field experience.
Kessler transfer cases are available in single- and two-speed versions and allow for different inter- axle options.
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Single speed transfer cases
| Type | Ratio | Max. input torque | Max. input speed | Torque distribution | Shaft distance | PTO option |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1000 | 1,37 | 10000 Nm | 4000 min-1 | 01:02 | 270 mm | |
| W1400 | 1,10 | 10000 Nm | 3700 min-1 | 01:02 | 515 mm | |
| W1600 | 1,0 | 16000 Nm | 2400 min-1 | Rigid shaft engageable output | 500 mm | |
| W2000 | 1,03 | 20000 Nm | 2500 min-1 | 01:01 | 245 mm | |
| W2400 | 1,00 | 25000 Nm | 3500 min-1 | 01:02 | 396 mm | |
| W2500 | 1,03 | 25000 Nm | 2600 min-1 | 01:02 | 500 mm | |
| W2550 | 0,97, 0,86 | 33000 Nm | 2500 min-1 | 01:02, 01:01 | 572 mm | |
| W2600 | 0,97 | 30000 Nm | 2400 min-1 | 01:02, 01:01 | 625 mm | |
| W3751 | 0,80 | 40000 Nm | 2500 min-1 | 01:02, 01:01 | 750 mm | x |
| Type | Ratio | Max. input torque | Max. input speed | Torque distribution | Shaft distance | PTO option |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VG1800 | 1,80 (1. Speed), 0,97 (2. Speed) | 18000 Nm | 2900 (3500) min-1 | 01:02, 01:01 | 375 mm | |
| VG2450 | 1,77 (1. Speed), 1,19 (2. Speed) | 20000 Nm | 3500 min-1 | 01:02, 01:01 | 525 mm | |
| VG2500 | 2,07 (1. Speed), 1,03 (2. Speed) | 31000 Nm | 2800 min-1 | 01:02, 01:01 | 500 mm | |
| VG2600 | 1,78 (1. Speed), 0,80 (2. Speed) | 33000 Nm | 2400 min-1 | 01:02, 01:01 | 625 mm | x |
| VG2700 | 3,12 (1. Speed), 0,75 (2. Speed) | 30000 Nm | 2250 min-1 | 01:02, 01:01 | 660 mm | x |
| VG3751 | 1,84 (1. Speed), 0,80 (2. Speed) | 40000 Nm | 2500 min-1 | 01:02, 01:01 | 750 mm | x |
For an axle proposal please complete the inquiry form below.
Upbox
With the U1200, U1700 and U3000 Kessler offers three sizes of Upbox units for direct mounting on combustion engines.
These are characterized by a superior reliability based on product knowledge proven through many years of field experience.
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| Type | Ratio | Max. input torque | Motor Connection | Shaft distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U1200 | 1,00 | 1250 Nm | SAE 2 + SAE 3 | 350 mm |
| U1700 | 1,00 | 1700 Nm | SAE 2 + SAE 3 | 350 mm |
| U3000 | 1,00 | 3000 Nm | SAE 1 | 432 mm |
Powershift Transmission
With the LS610 Kessler offers a solution of two-speed transmission for hydrostatic drive. The maximum transmittable power is 130 kW and the maximum hydraulic motor size is 160 ccm. These transmissions are used in many different applications and vehicle types, such as compact mobile cranes, material handlers and harvesters.
Furthermore the LS2000, a power shift transmission for an electric drivetrain, was developed. The transmission provides two gears with a spread of 2,5 and maximal input turning speed of 6000 rpm. The power shift clutches are designed to synchronize electric motors with a high moment of inertia. Optionally, the gearbox is available with a control unit which performs the switching functions on request on request of the vehicle control via CAN bus.
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| Type | Ratio i 1 |
Ratio i 2 |
Shaft distance |
Connection | max. Input torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS610 | 5,85 / 4,7 | 1,212 | 190 mm | hydraulic motor up to 160 ccm |
709 Nm |
| LS2000 | 6,6 | 2,5 | 625 mm | electric motor SAE 2 | 2000 Nm |
Special Gearboxes
Kessler has many years of experience in the design of special vehicle gearboxes. One among many different solutions are summation gearboxes for a drive line with a total power of 1000 kW. Other options include gearboxes that interface to hydraulic and electric drives.
Especially in mining application our up- and dropbox gearboxes are used.
For a gearbox proposal please complete the inquiry form below.
WHEEL DRIVES DETAIL
Wheel Drives – for vehicles in heavy duty applications
Kessler designs and produces wheel drives with a capacity of 5 – 50 metric tons.
The wheel drives are characterized by superior reliability based on product knowledge proven through many years of experience. Kessler wheel drives are used in many different applications and vehicle types, including all-terrain-mobile cranes, straddle carriers and forklift trucks.
Kessler wheel drives are available with several brake options, as well as with an interface to various driveline solutions (mechanical, hydrostatic and electric).
For a wheel drive proposal please complete the inquiry form below.
SPARE PART INQUIRY
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