CRAB Light Electric Shunt Vehicles

The Zephir CRAB range of light electric shunt vehicles are a versatile option for shunting rail rollingstock in workshop and depot settings. Able to swiftly transition on and off track, the CRAB’s small dimensions and tight turning radius make them able to traverse narrow aisles easily, while eliminating emissions and reducing noise.

1500E & 1800E

Light Electric Shunt Vehicle

The smallest models in the CRAB range are still mighty, weighing just 4t yet able to shunt up to 360t. Their small size means they are able to navigate the tightest workshop spaces. 

On road, the CRAB 1500E and 1800E are steered with a tiller, similar to walkie stackers. On rail the vehicles are controlled by remote control. 

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Features:

Fully electric & reduces emissions

Compact & versatile

Local factory-trained support available

Specifications

Drive : Battery powered
Operator type (road mode) : Pedestrian
Weight : 4t
Dimensions (LxWxH) : 2180x1830x1550mm
Max. rail speed unloaded/loaded : 5/2 km/h
Battery voltage/nominal capacity : 80/350 V/Ah
On board battery charger : 80/60 V/Ah
CRAB 1500E
CRAB 1800E
Max. drawbar pull : 15t
Max. towing capacity : 300t
Rail drive motor rating (power system) : 7.5 kW (AC)
Max. drawbar pull : 18t
Max. towing capacity : 360t
Rail drive motor rating (power system) : 12 kW (AC)

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2100E & 3100E

Light Electric Shunt Vehicle

The middle of the CRAB range, 2100 E and 3100 E these electric shunt vehicles offer a step up in performance over the 1500/1800E models. With towing capacity up to 730t these vehicles offer a great balance of shunting performance while still maintaining compact dimensions and great turning ability. 

The CRAB 2100E and 3100E come with an operator’s cabin, offering better flexibility to operate outdoors, and enhanced comfort for the operator. 

These models of rail shunting equipment are currently utilised at various locations within Australia as shunt and vehicle placers, locomotive shunting and in lieu of progression systems. 

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Features:

Fully electric & zero emissions

Compact & versatile

Local factory-trained support available

Specifications

Drive : Battery powered
Operator type : Operator seated
Max Rail Speed Unloaded/Loaded : 7/2 km/h
2100E
3100E
Dimensions (LxWxH) : 2880x2050x2435mm
Service Weight : 5.2 ton
Max. Drawbar Pull : 26kN
Max Towing Capacity : 520t
Rail drive motor rating (power system) : 12kW (AC)
Battery voltage/nominal capacity : 80/620 V/Ah
On board battery charger : 80/100 V/Ah
Dimensions (LxWxH) : 3100x2450x2435mm
Service Weight : 6.6 ton
Max. Drawbar Pull : 36kN
Max Towing Capacity : 730t
Rail drive motor rating (power system) : 20kW (AC)
Battery voltage/nominal capacity : 80/1000 V/Ah
On board battery charger : 80/180 V/Ah

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3200 & 4200 EVO

Light Electric Shunt Vehicle

A change in direction for the CRAB range, the 3200 and 4200 EVO electric shunt vehicles feature a side entry cabin. With rotating operator’s seat and 360-degree visibility the EVO models offer greater flexibility, safety and operator comfort for longer operations. 

The EVO models retain the on-road manoeuvrability of the other CRAB models but gaining greater performance in wet conditions. Along with the ability to rotate the operator seat to both rail directions, the EVO models allow for more flexible shunting operations. 

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Features:

Fully electric & zero emissions

Compact & versatile

Local factory-trained support available

Specifications

Dimensions (LxWxH) : 2504 x 2200 x 2500mm
Max Drawbar Pull : 36kN
Max Towing Capacity : 730t
Max Rail Speed Unloaded/Loaded : 7/2 km/h
3200 EVO
4200 EVO
Service Weight : 6.6 ton
Service Weight : 7.5 ton

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5000E

Light Electric Shunt Vehicle

The largest of the CRAB range of electric shunt vehicles the CRAB 5000E provides the greatest shunting performance in the CRAB range. Able to shunt up to 1040t the CRAB 5000E is well suited to shunting complete consists. The larger tyres on the CRAB 5000E offer greater flexibility and performance in road mode. 

The CRAB 5000E features a side-accessible ergonomic cabin with intuitive operator controls and optional heating and cooling. 

These models of rail shunting equipment are currently utilised at various locations within Australia as shunt and vehicle placers, locomotive shunting and in lieu of progression systems. 

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Features:

Fully electric & zero emissions

Ergonomic cabin design

Local factory-trained support available

Specifications

Dimensions (LxWxH) : 3850 x 2200 x 2650mm
Service Weight : 9 ton
Max. Drawbar Pull : 52kN
Max Towing Capacity : 1040t
Max Rain Speed Unloaded / Loaded : 8/3 km/h

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