Self-propelled railway or tramway coaches, vans and trucks (except maintenance or service vehicles)

CPC v2.1 Code: 4952

About self-propelled railway or tramway coaches, vans and trucks (except maintenance or service vehicles)

cpc code 4952 covers the manufacturing of self-propelled railway or tramway coaches, vans, and trucks, excluding maintenance or service vehicles. This industry plays a crucial role in the transportation infrastructure, providing essential rolling stock for passenger and freight rail networks. As a key component of the broader 4921 Railway transport equipment manufacturing industry, the production of these specialized vehicles supports the efficient movement of people and goods across rail systems worldwide.

Production process

The manufacturing of self-propelled railway or tramway coaches, vans, and trucks involves a complex process that combines advanced engineering, precision metalworking, and specialized assembly techniques. This typically includes the fabrication of structural components, the installation of propulsion systems, the integration of control systems, and the final assembly and testing of the complete vehicle.

Production inputs

The production of cpc code 4952 items requires a range of raw materials, including high-strength steel, aluminum, and specialized composite materials. Additionally, the industry relies on advanced machinery and equipment, such as computer-controlled metal fabrication tools, welding systems, and specialized assembly lines. Skilled labor, including engineers, technicians, and assembly workers, is also a critical input for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are self-propelled railway or tramway coaches, vans, and trucks, which are then utilized by 4921 Railway transport equipment manufacturing companies, 4922 Urban and suburban passenger land transport operators, and 4923 Freight transport by rail providers. These vehicles play a vital role in the efficient movement of passengers and goods across rail networks, supporting the broader transportation and logistics sectors.

Family tree for self-propelled railway or tramway coaches, vans and trucks (except maintenance or service vehicles)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4'>4: Metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/49'>49: Transport equipment</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/495'>495: Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock, and parts thereof</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4952'>4952: Self-propelled railway or tramway coaches, vans and trucks (except maintenance or service vehicles)</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4951'>4951: Rail locomotives and locomotive tenders</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4953'>4953: Other rolling stock; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings; mechanical traffic control equipment for transport facilities</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4954'>4954: Parts of railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings, and parts thereof; mechanical (including electromechanical) signalling, safety or traffic control equipment for railways, tramways, roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installations or airfields, and parts thereof</a>"]

    D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/49520'>49520: Self-propelled railway or tramway coaches, vans and trucks (except maintenance or service vehicles)</a>"]


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