The Steel Wheel Advantage
Trackmobile’s reputation for reliability, economy, and performance begins with steel wheels. Since the steam locomotive was invented in 1804, steel wheels have been the industry standard as they have always provided the best tractive effort. Steel wheels outperform rubber and polyurethane wheels because they create less rolling resistance, retain their rated traction on wet rails, and are unaffected by obstructions such as switch points, raised frogs, and gaps. Steel wheels cannot be punctured. They also generate less friction than other wheels and thus are slower to wear down. Altogether, steel wheels provide the most durable and consistent operation with the least downtime.