SKF has received an order for 14,000 axleboxes equipped with compact tapered bearing units for a new generation of freight cars from AAE Ahaus Alstätter Eisenbahn AG. AAE is the European market leader in the rental of standard freight cars for combined and conventional rail freight. The order includes a service package based on bearing inspection and overhaul.

SKF has developed a new concept for the Y25 axlebox, which is equipped with compact tapered bearing units. This design offers opportunities to achieve lower life-cycle costs through longer maintenance intervals and simplified maintenance operations and to improve performance and safety.

This solution has gained interest from several European freight-car operators and railway equipment suppliers.