Press Release
AxTrax 2 LF: ZF Secures Major India City Bus Order
- Order from a leading OEM in India includes the supply of several thousand units of the AxTrax 2 LF electric portal axle
- Zero emissions mobility in India: First deliveries scheduled for 2026 under the multi-year agreement
- Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) benefits: The AxTrax 2 LF for city buses is 20 percent more efficient than its predecessor
Friedrichshafen, Germany. ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions division (CVS) has secured a significant order from a leading OEM in India for its next-generation AxTrax 2 LF electric portal axle. The multi-year agreement includes the delivery of several thousand units destined for the Indian domestic market as well as global exports.
Since its debut at the 2023 Busworld show, the AxTrax 2 LF has raised the bar for performance and efficiency. Delivering up to 20 percent energy savings compared to its predecessor, it helps operators save costs by reducing battery requirements and enabling BEV city buses to achieve a higher range. The fully integrated low-floor axle combines propulsion, braking and suspension systems in a compact architecture that also optimizes space for batteries and passengers.
“This order highlights ZF’s strength as a trusted partner in advancing zero-emission mobility and reflects the continuing strong global demand for products across all key commercial vehicle domains,” said Andreas Moser, Head of the Commercial Vehicle Solutions division and responsible for the India Region for ZF.
“The AxTrax 2 LF shows how ZF innovation supports the transition to zero emissions public mobility through the combination of high performance and modular flexibility with cutting-edge efficiency. Beyond being sustainable, the AxTrax 2 LF reduces the total cost of ownership, proving that investing in ZF’s advanced zero emissions driveline technologies can deliver long-term value.”
High performance, superior efficiency
With its modular platform and integrated systems approach, the AxTrax 2 LF enables OEMs to simplify vehicle design, achieve higher performance and meet diverse market requirements while reducing the TCO.
Thanks to its dual PSM hairpin motors, 800 V SiC inverter and advanced oil cooling, the axle delivers up to 360 kW continuous power and peak torque of 36,800 Nm. This provides a 25 percent climbing ability for a 30t articulated bus with just one driven axle.
