ZF and the importance to be in India

ZF, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, India. What does it mean? Starting form Tamil Nadu, ZF inaugurated a plant in the town of Coimbatore, in June 2025, is spread over an area of 10,000 sq meters. The new off highway plant aligns with ZF’s objective of ‘Make in India for India and the World’ approach, highlighting the company’s thrust towards local manufacturing excellence while simultaneously catering to the OEMs global demands.

ZF to extend the local production of transmissions and axles in India

This facility is a critical component of ZF Groups strategy for growth and market penetration in India with pioneering innovative solutions for construction equipment segment and railways in India.

ZF Group has invested 20 million Euro (192 Crores in early 2025) in this plant over the year, to strengthen the innovative solutions and unwavering commitment to localize world class technologies, products and solutions for the evolving construction equipment sector.

Listening the Words of the ZF India President

Akash Passey, President ZF Group India mentioned, “At ZF Group, we’re proud to deepen our commitment to India’s dynamic construction sector by expanding local production of transmissions and axles in the recently inaugurated plant at Coimbatore. This strategic investment aligns with the Group’s ambition for the region and is aligned with the Government of India’s ambitious infrastructure push. Our advanced product portfolio is designed for unwavering reliability and is in step with the market trends toward cleaner, smarter, and digitally enabled machines.”

Wheel Loaders

ZF’s ERGOPOWER powershift transmissions are engineered for maximum productivity and efficiency in wheel loaders. Standard 4‐speed units and optional Efficiency Packages – including 5‐speed and DirectDrive – deliver up to 15% fuel savings and up to 40% productivity gains.

Complementing ERGOPOWER, ZF’s MULTITRAC rigid axles are built for heavy-duty loader applications. These axles feature compact design, reduced weight, and wet multi‐disc brakes that minimize braking losses while enhancing efficiency. Durable and service-friendly, they offer excellent ground clearance and operate reliably under extreme conditions.

Backhoe Loader

Backhoe loaders benefit equally from ZF’s combined ERGOPOWER & MULTITRAC systems. The powershift transmission ensures smooth operation across diverse digging and loading cycles, supporting high torque demands and continuous shifting. Meanwhile, MULTITRAC axles provide robust performance, long component life, and maintenance-friendly features designed for the intense workloads of excavating and back‐filling machines.

Concrete Mixer Drives

ZF’s ECOMIX I hydrostatic drum drives deliver proven reliability and efficiency for mixer trucks. These compact and rugged gears provide high power density, easy installation, low maintenance, and long service life even under the most demanding conditions. The ECOMIX product range sets industry standards in durability and performance, making it a trusted benchmark for mixer applications worldwide.