GB Group

Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Railway

Secondary Horizontal Dampers

Our Secondary Horizontal Dampers are designed to absorb horizontal forces and vibrations, ensuring balanced movement and improved ride dynamics. Their reliable performance helps maintain coach stability while reducing stress on critical railway components.
Performance Highlights
  • Controls lateral movement between the bogie and car body.
  • Improves vehicle stability during curves and track transitions.
  • Reduces structural fatigue caused by lateral forces.
  • Ensures controlled suspension behaviour across varying operating conditions.
Load Capacity
  • 7,000 N at 0.01 m/s
  • 14,000 N at 0.03 m/s
Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Railway

Secondary Vertical Dampers

Engineered for superior vibration control and ride stability, our Secondary Vertical Dampers play a vital role in enhancing passenger comfort and supporting smoother railway operations. Designed for durability, consistency and long service life, they effectively absorb vertical shocks generated during high-speed movement and varying track conditions.

Performance Highlights
  • Controls vertical movement between the bogie and car body.
  • Reduces vibration transfer for smoother vehicle operation.
  • Maintains suspension stability under varying passenger loads.
  • Supports consistent ride quality and long-term reliability.
Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Railway

Vertical Dampers

Built for efficient shock absorption and controlled vertical movement, our Vertical Dampers contribute to improved ride comfort, reduced vibration impact and dependable railway performance. Their compact yet robust design makes them suitable for varied railway applications and operating conditions.
Performance Highlights
  • Controls vertical oscillations for stable suspension performance.
  • Absorbs impact loads to reduce stress on critical suspension components.
  • Maintains consistent damping under dynamic operating conditions.
  • Improves vehicle stability while extending component service life.
Load Capacity
  • 5884 N at 0.10 m/s
Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Railway

Axle Dampers

Our Axle Dampers are precision-engineered to minimize vibrations and dynamic forces generated at the wheelset level. By improving wheel – track interaction and operational stability, they contribute to safer, smoother and more reliable railway performance.
Performance Highlights
  • Controls axle vibrations and dynamic wheel forces.
  • Improves wheel-rail contact for safer and more stable operation.
  • Reduces wear on running gear and suspension components.
  • Supports reliable performance across varying track conditions.
Load Capacity
  • 5,000 N at 0.10 m/s
  • 9,000 N at 0.30 m/s
Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Railway

Yaw Dampers

Designed to improve directional stability, our Yaw Dampers help control lateral oscillations between railway coach components during high-speed operations. Their robust engineering supports safer travel, smoother transitions and enhanced passenger comfort.
Performance Highlights
  • Controls relative yaw movement between the bogie and car body.
  • Minimises hunting oscillations during high-speed operation.
  • Enhances bogie guidance through curves and transitions.
  • Improves running stability and passenger comfort.
Load Capacity
  • 3,000 N at 0.01 m/s
Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Railway

Secondary Lateral Dampers

Designed to control lateral movements between the bogie and car body, it enhances ride stability, passenger comfort and dynamic performance.
Performance Highlights
  • Controls lateral oscillations and hunting motion.
  • Improves directional stability at higher operating speeds.
  • Reduces vibration transmitted to the car body.
  • Delivers consistent damping for reliable suspension performance.
Load Capacity
  • 2600 N at 0.1 m/s
  • 4250 N at 0.3 m/s

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