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Vossloh HSG-city Rail Grinder

The Vossloh HSG-city is a compact, non-powered high-speed grinding vehicle for preventive rail maintenance on urban, metro and tunnel networks. Its passively driven grinding stones work during normal operating windows at published speeds of 8–60 km/h.

Vossloh HSG-city rail grinder
Vossloh HSG-city operating reference.
Operating speed8–60 km/h
Working stones12 per rail
Wheel reference120 × 73 × 40 mm
TechnologyPassive grinding

Model overview

What is the Vossloh HSG-city?

HSG-city applies Vossloh’s High Speed Grinding principle in a compact vehicle developed for restricted urban infrastructure. The grinding stones rotate through contact with the rail rather than powered grinding motors. The vehicle is hauled as an end vehicle and can work without conventional possession-intensive grinding cycles.

Manufacturer data

HSG-city key specifications

SpecificationPublished valueQualification
Length / width / height5,720 / 2,113 / 2,112 mmPublished vehicle envelope
Operating speed8–60 km/hApplication dependent
Tare / maximum weightApprox. 10 / 12 tPublished values
Maximum axle load6.5 tPublished value
Minimum curve radius18 m transport / 30 m operatingPublished values
GradientUp to 40‰Published value
Grinding equipment1 beam per rail; 12 stones working + 12 replacementsPer rail
Maximum removal per pass0.01 mmPublished reference
Grinding wheel reference

120 × 73 × 40 mm rail grinding wheel

This resin-bonded wheel is listed for selected Vossloh HSG-city applications. Verify the installed beam, wheel marking, mounting and approved documentation before ordering.

120 x 73 x 40 mm Vossloh HSG-city grinding wheel
Dimensions
120 × 73 × 40 mm
Abrasive
Zirconia alumina
Bond
Resin bond
Application
Selected HSG systems
Confirm complete dimensions, wheel marking, mounting, approved speed and machine documentation.
Buyer questions

Vossloh HSG-city FAQ

How does HSG-city grind rail?

The stones are passively driven by rail contact while the vehicle is hauled at operating speed.

What wheel is referenced?

A 120 × 73 × 40 mm wheel is referenced for selected configurations; verify the installed system before ordering.

Where is HSG-city used?

It is intended for urban, metro, tram and tunnel environments with restricted clearances.

References

  1. Vossloh HSG-city product information.
  2. 120 × 73 × 40 mm product page.

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