This website uses cookies. By using the website you agree to the use of cookies. Privacy policy

Rotation machine for fire brigade vehicles

Drehvorrichtung
Drehvorrichtung

This quick turn system was especially developed for tunnel extinguishing vehicles which makes it possible to turn a vehicle in the tightest area. The four hydraulic cylinders which are mounted to the vehicle frame cause a lifting force of a 700 mm stroke.
Via the hydraulic engines attached at the slewing ring, the vehicle can be turned within the shortest period of time and up to an incline of 5%. Operation of the turning device is via two joy sticks in the driver's cabin. The entire process - lifting, turning 180° and lowering occurs in less than 50 seconds.

Since January 2002, there are four extinguishing vehicles available with this system in the Gotthard tunnel.

Movie