A cable car is a system, not a single product. We engineer the whole line — route, towers, stations, haul rope, cabins and control system — as one integrated unit, then support you from first survey through to commissioning. Detachable, fixed-grip and reciprocating configurations available.
Each system type fits a different route length, capacity and terrain. This is the industry-standard breakdown to help you place your project.
| Type | Best for length | Capacity | Typical cabin | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detachable gondola | 1000 m and above | 1200–3000 persons/hour | Usually 8-person | 6–8 m/s line, 0.3–0.4 m/s in station |
| Fixed-grip | Up to ~1500 m | Up to 1200 persons/hour | 4-person cabin / chair / 2-person chair | 0.8–1 m/s throughout |
| Reciprocating / aerial tramway | 1000 m and above | Large, customised | Custom 10–120 person cabin | Up to 8 m/s |
Fixed-grip systems become impractical beyond roughly 1500 m because the slow line speed makes the ride too long — for longer routes, a detachable or reciprocating system is the better fit.
Route length, height difference, hourly capacity and any special requirements.
We prepare a scheme and budget for your review.
Engineers visit the site and produce an accurate plan and final budget.
Contract signed; geological survey informed by us; production & foundation drawings issued.
Engineers return to verify dimensions, then installation, testing and handover.
International ropeway projects demand documentation and safety systems that stand up to scrutiny. These are standard with our systems.
The more of these you can provide, the faster and more accurate our proposal will be.
| Use & purpose | Scenic sightseeing / mountain transport / ski resort lift / other |
| Traffic | Expected daily passengers and desired maximum capacity |
| Route | Line length and vertical height difference between stations |
| Budget | Indicative project budget range |
| Site | Existing power supply, station space, terrain and access |
Send us route length, height difference and capacity — we'll prepare a proposal.