Krauss-Maffei Locomotives

Krauss-Maffei locomotives represent a long-standing tradition of German engineering excellence in the rail industry. The brand's history is rooted in the 1931 merger of two prominent Munich-based companies, Krauss & Co. and J.A. Maffei, both of which had been pioneers in steam locomotive production since the mid-19th century. Over the decades, the brand became synonymous with powerful diesel and electric locomotives utilized across Europe and North America.

In the late 20th century, the company underwent significant restructuring. The defense division evolved into Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (KMW), while the rail transportation division was eventually integrated into Siemens. Specifically, Siemens acquired the locomotive manufacturing business in 2001, fully merging it into their Mobility division. Today, the legacy of Krauss-Maffei locomotives lives on through Siemens Mobility, with primary manufacturing operations centered in Munich-Allach, Germany. This facility remains one of the most advanced locomotive production sites in the world, supplying high-tech rail solutions globally under the Siemens brand.