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Plasser & Theurer 08-16S – Robust and Proven Plain-Line Tamping Machine

The Plasser & Theurer 08-16S is a compact, robust, and highly reliable plain-line tamping machine, equipped with a 16-tine single-sleeper tamping unit. Renowned for its simplicity and durability, this machine represents a proven design that continues to be successfully operated by railway contractors and infrastructure managers around the world.

Having worked on the Swedish railway network since 1990, this machine has demonstrated decades of dependable performance under demanding operating conditions. Its straightforward mechanical design makes maintenance and repairs easy, resulting in low operating costs and high availability.

Key Highlights:

• 16-tine single-sleeper tamping unit
• Compact and robust construction
• Proven Plasser & Theurer technology with a strong global track record
• Operating successfully in Sweden since 1990
• Simple maintenance concept with excellent parts and service support
• Suitable for modernization and upgrade programs
• Long remaining service life due to its durable design
• Immediately available

One of the major advantages of the 08-16S is its upgrade potential. Despite its age, the machine provides an excellent platform for targeted modernizations, allowing operators to extend its service life and adapt it to current operational requirements.

The machine remained in active service until 2023. For companies seeking a cost-effective entry into mechanized track maintenance or an additional tamping machine for smaller projects, the 08-16S offers a proven and dependable solution with many productive years still ahead.

Available immediately and ready for deployment on your next maintenance project.