Walterscheid
Walterscheid GmbH is a German manufacturer of power take-off driveshafts, clutches, tractor three-point attachment systems, hitches, and gearboxes for agricultural and construction equipment OEMs worldwide, operating as a subsidiary of Comer Industries S.p.A. following a 2021 merger.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1950
- HeadquartersLohmar, Germany
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Walterscheid does
Walterscheid GmbH is a German industrial engineering company that designs and manufactures powertrain and attachment systems for off-highway applications, principally agricultural and construction machinery. Founded in 1919 and headquartered in Lohmar, North Rhine-Westphalia, the company produces power take-off (PTO) driveshafts (complete and half shafts, joints, yokes, cross kits), overload and torque-limiting clutches (radial pin, cam type, shear bolt, friction, overrunning, rotary clearance), three-point tractor attachment systems (top links, lower links, stabilisation systems, spacers, support frames), trailer hitches and coupling systems, specialised assembly tools, and hydrostatic traction gearboxes (ICVD) built by its subsidiary Walterscheid Getriebe GmbH at a second production facility in Sohland/Spree, Saxony. Signature technology platforms include the ULTRA.PLUS premium driveshaft system, the P450 wide-angle joint (50-degree maximum angle, fully sealed, zero-maintenance), the WTS multiple telescopic drive shaft for long-distance transmission, and the ServicePlus maintenance classification system that extends intervals up to 250 hours and lowers maintenance effort by up to 70 percent.
Walterscheid monetises primarily through B2B hardware sales of OEM powertrain components to tractor, agricultural implement, and construction equipment manufacturers, supplemented by an aftermarket stream of original spare parts and accessories identified by the Walterscheid W-diamond symbol, plus recurring ServicePlus service and maintenance revenue. Go-to-market is an enterprise field-sales model executed through a global network of sales partners across more than 40 countries and a direct service portal for product, quote, and spare-parts requests. Marketing reaches engineers and OEM procurement through the company's website with online configuration tools (machine finder, drive shaft finder, top link configurator), YouTube Tec.Talk technical videos, an email newsletter, social channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), technical blog content, and presence at industry events such as EIMA International. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed.
Ownership and corporate structure changed materially in 2021 when Walterscheid Powertrain Group was merged into Italy-based Comer Industries S.p.A., forming a global leader in agricultural and construction powertrain with combined FY2020 revenue of €792.3 million and adjusted EBITDA of €86.5 million. Walterscheid GmbH, a private German limited liability company (GmbH) registered in Siegburg, now operates as a Comer Industries subsidiary, with leadership comprising Managing Directors Matteo Storchi and Maximilian Bandel and Wolfgang Lemser as Chairman of the Supervisory Board. Headcount is reported in the 1,001–5,000 band.
Walterscheid firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Walterscheid
- Legal name
- Walterscheid GmbH
- Website
- https://walterscheid.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1950
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Short description
- Walterscheid GmbH is a German manufacturer of power take-off driveshafts, clutches, tractor three-point attachment systems, hitches, and gearboxes for agricultural and construction equipment OEMs worldwide, operating as a subsidiary of Comer Industries S.p.A. following a 2021 merger.
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- akta.pro rank
Walterscheid industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Agricultural and Construction Powertrain Components
- NAICS
- Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (333613), Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (33361), Speed Changer, Industrial High-Speed Drive, and Gear Manufacturing (333612)
- SIC
- Farm Machinery & Equipment (3523)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Powertrain, PTO & Implement Systems (Engines, Transmissions, Hydraulics, PTO Drives) (AFAAAAAF)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Transfer Case & Power Take-Off (PTO) Manufacturing (4WD/AWD/Commercial) (IMACAHAH)
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Where Walterscheid is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Lohmar
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
Walterscheid business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Original Equipment Components: Sale of mission-critical powertrain components including PTO driveshafts, clutches, tractor attachment systems, hitches, and special tools to agricultural and construction machinery manufacturers.
- Spare Parts: Original spare parts and accessories for all Walterscheid products, maintaining the quality and safety of existing equipment.
- Services and Maintenance: ServicePlus maintenance system and support services for PTO driveshafts and other products.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels6 records
Walterscheid product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Walterscheid GmbH manufactures power take-off (PTO) driveshafts, clutches, tractor attachment systems, hitches, special tools, and ICVD hydrostatic gearboxes for off-highway and industrial applications. The company primarily supplies agricultural and construction machinery OEMs with mission-critical powertrain components, complemented by original spare parts and the ServicePlus maintenance classification system.
Product overview
Walterscheid is a manufacturer of powertrain systems for off-highway and industrial applications, primarily serving the agricultural and construction machinery sectors. The product portfolio centers on PTO (Power Take-Off) Driveshafts as the core product, complemented by Clutches for torque limiting, Tractor-Attachment-System components (three-point hitches), Hitches for trailer coupling, Special Tools for assembly and maintenance, and ICVD Gearboxes for hydrostatic traction drives. The company offers the ServicePlus maintenance system and sells Spare Parts under its original quality symbol. Key systems include the ULTRA.PLUS premium driveshaft system, the WTS Multiple Telescopic Drive Shaft for extended applications, and the P450 Power Drive Wide-Angle Joint. Walterscheid operates as part of Comer Industries following a merger, with production facilities in Lohmar, Germany and Sohland/Spree, Saxony.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Walterscheid Powertrain Group: The Powertrain Group division of Walterscheid, focusing on highly-engineered mission-critical powertrain systems and services for off-highway and industrial applications.
- ServicePlus System
- ULTRA.PLUS System
- Walterscheid ICVD
- Power Drive
Products and services
- PTO Driveshafts
Quantifiable outcome
- Reduced maintenance effort by up to 70 percent with ServicePlus System
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Walterscheid
Customer profileSegments2 records
Ideal customer profiles1 record
Walterscheid technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
Walterscheid partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- Comer Industries CorporationflagshipThe merger announced in 2021 of Walterscheid Powertrain Group into Comer Industries S.p.A. creates a new global leader in the agricultural and construction industries. Comer Industries is described as a designer and manufacturer of advanced engineering systems and solutions, and a global provider of connected and smart powertrain solutions. For the twelve months ending December 31, 2020, together the two companies generated €792.3 million of revenue.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Walterscheid competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Dana Incorporated: Global Tier-1 supplier of drivetrain, sealing, and thermal-management technologies serving OEMs across automotive, commercial vehicle, and off-highway markets. Overlaps with Walterscheid on off-highway driveline and powertrain components, though as part of a much broader portfolio.
- Eaton Corporation: Diversified industrial manufacturer with significant vehicle and agricultural drivetrain and power-transmission offerings (clutches, PTOs, hydraulic valves). Comparable to Walterscheid in agricultural OEM customers but operates at far broader scale and scope.
- Bosch Rexroth: Global supplier of hydraulic and electric drivetrain solutions for mobile machinery, including agricultural and construction equipment. Comparable to Walterscheid in off-highway drive and traction-drive applications where hydrostatic ICVD gearboxes compete.
- Parker Hannifin (Motion Systems / drivetrain): Diversified motion and control technologies supplier with significant off-highway drivetrain, clutch, and hydraulic product lines. Overlaps with Walterscheid in agricultural and construction OEM powertrain subsystems.
- GKN Automotive / GKN Driveline (now part of Dowlais): Global leader in driveline and eDrive systems; relevant overlap with Walterscheid in constant-velocity joints, driveshafts, and AWD/powertrain content, including off-highway adjacencies, though primarily focused on light-vehicle applications.
Direct peers
- Comer Industries S.p.A. Parent company of Walterscheid since the 2021 merger; manufactures advanced powertrain systems and connected/smart powertrain solutions for agricultural, construction, and industrial applications. Direct overlap in PTOs, gearboxes, and drivetrains serving the same OEM customers.
- Weasler Engineering: U.S.-based manufacturer of PTO driveshafts, clutches, and gearboxes for agricultural, industrial, and turf-care applications. Directly competes with Walterscheid on PTO driveshafts and clutches in global OEM accounts.
- Bondioli & Pavesi: Italian manufacturer of PTO driveshafts, gearboxes, and clutch components for agricultural and industrial machinery. The most direct global competitor to Walterscheid in agricultural PTO driveshafts, overlapping in product portfolio, customer segments, and distribution channels.
- Carraro Group: Italian manufacturer of axles, transmissions, and drivetrain systems for agricultural and construction equipment OEMs. Directly comparable to Walterscheid in mission-critical off-highway powertrain components supplied into the same major tractor OEM accounts.
Emerging players
- Poclain Hydraulics: French manufacturer of hydraulic motors and integrated motor-transmission solutions for off-highway and agricultural machinery. Adjacent competitor to Walterscheid Getriebe in hydrostatic traction drive systems for agricultural and construction OEMs.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Walterscheid social profiles
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Walterscheid leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles4 records
Walterscheid subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries2 records
Walterscheid funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Walterscheid M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Walterscheid
What does Walterscheid do?
Walterscheid GmbH manufactures power take-off (PTO) driveshafts, clutches, tractor attachment systems, hitches, special tools, and ICVD hydrostatic gearboxes for off-highway and industrial applications. The company primarily supplies agricultural and construction machinery OEMs with mission-critical powertrain components, complemented by original spare parts and the ServicePlus maintenance classification system.
Is Walterscheid a public or private company?
Walterscheid is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Walterscheid founded?
Walterscheid was founded in 1950. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is Walterscheid based?
Walterscheid is headquartered in Lohmar, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does Walterscheid make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Original Equipment Components are the primary driver. The others are spare Parts and services and Maintenance.
Who are Walterscheid's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Dana Incorporated, Eaton Corporation, Bosch Rexroth, Parker Hannifin (Motion Systems / drivetrain) and GKN Automotive / GKN Driveline (now part of Dowlais). Direct peers are Comer Industries S.p.A., Weasler Engineering, Bondioli & Pavesi and Carraro Group. Poclain Hydraulics is listed as an emerging player.
Does Walterscheid have an API?
No public API is recorded for Walterscheid.
What industry is Walterscheid in?
Walterscheid's product category is Agricultural and Construction Powertrain Components. Its primary akta.pro industry code is AFAAAAAF, Powertrain, PTO & Implement Systems (Engines, Transmissions, Hydraulics, PTO Drives), with a secondary code of IMACAHAH, Transfer Case & Power Take-Off (PTO) Manufacturing (4WD/AWD/Commercial). Its NAICS code is 333613 and its SIC code is 3523.