Amsted Rail TMB
The AAR-approved Amsted Rail® Truck Mounted Brake (TMB) System is a proven high mileage, low maintenance system that can help lower the total cost of railcar ownership. Our Truck Mounted Brake System fits on standard AAR bolsters and employs standard brake beams and cylinders, allowing for efficient assembly and versatile retrofit to existing railcars.
▶ Available for all freight car types
▶ Sense whether the car is loaded or empty and proportions
brake cylinder pressure accordingly
▶ Conventional and truck mounted automatic slack adjusters available
▶ Maintain constant piston travel, minimizing loss in brake shoe force
due to shoe and wheel wear
The IBEX® TMB system is engineered for greater reliability, efficiency and seamless
performance in heavy haul applications. Its lightweight, versatile modular design
offers more payload and a longer brake system life.
Whether you require a component for a conventional body-mounted brake
system or a TMB system, Amsted Rail has an inventory unmatched in the industry.
We can service, replace or upgrade virtually any mechanical or pneumatic braking
component, no matter the railcar braking specification.
▶ World’s widest product line of AAR-approved hand brakes
▶ Vertical wheel brakes for any type of freight car
Amsted Rail is a world leader in manufacturing brake systems for
the freight rail market. We offer the broadest array of advanced
braking equipment, with each component designed to meet the
exacting tolerances demanded by the rigors of heavy hauling.
They’re built to go long distances with low maintenance and they
don’t compromise an inch on stopping distance.