Manufacture of railway locomotives and rolling stock

NACE v2.0 Code: C30.20

About manufacture of railway locomotives and rolling stock

NACE code 30.20 covers the manufacture of railway locomotives and rolling stock, a critical industry that supports the transportation and logistics sectors. This industry is responsible for producing the trains, trams, and other rail vehicles that move people and goods across the world, playing a vital role in the global economy. The manufacture of railway equipment is a highly specialized field, requiring advanced engineering and production techniques to ensure the safety and reliability of these complex machines.

Production process

The production of railway locomotives and rolling stock involves a multi-step process. It begins with the design and engineering of the vehicles, using computer-aided design (CAD) software to model the components and systems. The parts are then fabricated using a variety of metalworking techniques, such as casting, forging, and welding. Assembly of the vehicles is a meticulous process, with each component carefully installed and tested to ensure proper functionality. Advanced manufacturing technologies, such as robotics and automation, are often employed to improve efficiency and precision.

Production inputs

The manufacture of railway locomotives and rolling stock requires a range of raw materials, including steel, aluminum, and other metals, as well as specialized components like engines, brakes, and electrical systems. Highly skilled workers, such as engineers, machinists, and technicians, are also essential inputs for this industry. Additionally, the production process relies on specialized machinery and equipment, such as CNC machines, welding stations, and assembly lines.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of NACE code 30.20 are railway locomotives, passenger rail cars, freight wagons, and other rolling stock. These products are then consumed by 49.10 Transportation via railways, 49.20 Freight rail transport, and 49.31 Urban and suburban passenger land transport industries, among others. The railway equipment manufactured under this NACE code is crucial for the efficient movement of people and goods, supporting economic activity across a wide range of sectors.

Revisions to 30.20

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 30.20. The most recent 1 version of this code (30.20) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 30.20 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related Tariff Codes (HS / Harmonized System)

These HS codes are related to this econ code: (30.20).

HS code HS year HS title
940110HS v2017Seats; of a kind used for aircraft
940120HS v2017Seats; of a kind used for motor vehicles
940130HS v2017Seats; swivel with variable height adjustment, excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture
940171HS v2017Seats; with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)
940179HS v2017Seats; with metal frames, not upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)
860110HS v2017Rail locomotives; powered from an external source of electricity
860210HS v2017Rail locomotives; diesel-electric powered
860120HS v2017Rail locomotives; powered by electric accumulators
860290HS v2017Rail locomotives and locomotive tenders; other than diesel-electric powered
860310HS v2017Railway or tramway coaches, vans and trucks; self-propelled, powered from an external source of electricity (excluding those of heading no. 8604)
860390HS v2017Railway or tramway coaches, vans and trucks; self-propelled, powered other than from an external source of electricity (excluding those of heading no. 8604)
860400HS v2017Railway or tramway maintenance or service vehicles; whether or not self-propelled (e.g. workshops, cranes, ballast tampers, trackliners, testing coaches and track inspection vehicles)
860500HS v2017Railway or tramway coaches; passenger coaches, luggage vans, post office coaches and other special purpose railway or tramway coaches, not self-propelled (excluding those of heading no. 8604)
860610HS v2017Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; tank wagons and the like, not self-propelled
860630HS v2017Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; self-discharging, not self-propelled, excluding those of item no. 8606.10
860691HS v2017Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; covered and closed, not self-propelled
860692HS v2017Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; open, with non-removable sides of a height exceeding 60cm, not self-propelled
860699HS v2017Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; n.e.c. in heading no. 8606, not self-propelled
860711HS v2017Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts, driving bogies and bissel-bogies
860712HS v2017Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts, bogies and bissel-bogies (excluding driving bogies and bissel-bogies)
860719HS v2017Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts, axles and wheels, and parts thereof
860721HS v2017Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts, air brakes and parts thereof
860729HS v2017Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts, brakes (other than air brakes) and parts thereof
860730HS v2017Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts, hooks and other coupling devices, buffers and parts thereof
860791HS v2017Railway or tramway locomotives; parts n.e.c. in heading no. 8607
860799HS v2017Railway or tramway rolling stock; parts n.e.c. in heading no. 8607
860800HS v2017Railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) signalling, safety or traffic control equipment for railways, tramways, roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installations or airfields; parts thereof

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (30.20).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
3020ISIC v4.0Manufacture of railway locomotives and rolling stock

Related CPC Codes

These CPC codes are related to this econ code: (30.20).

CPC code CPC Version CPC title
38111CPC v2.1Seats, primarily with metal frames
49511CPC v2.1Rail locomotives powered from an external source of electricity
49512CPC v2.1Diesel-electric locomotives
49519CPC v2.1Other rail locomotives; locomotive tenders
49520CPC v2.1Self-propelled railway or tramway coaches, vans and trucks (except maintenance or service vehicles)
49531CPC v2.1Railway or tramway maintenance or service vehicles, whether or not self-propelled
49532CPC v2.1Railway or tramway passenger coaches, not self-propelled; luggage vans, post office coaches and other special-purpose railway or tramway coaches, not self-propelled (except maintenance or service vehicles)
49533CPC v2.1Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons, not self-propelled
49540CPC v2.1Parts 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
88823CPC v2.1Railway locomotive and rolling stock manufacturing services

Family tree for manufacture of railway locomotives and rolling stock

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