REINTJES Gearbox

WAF Series

164 – 7760  |  250 – 8,500 kW


Reverse-reduction gearboxes with internal hydraulic multi-disc clutches, specially designed for heavy-duty workboat applications including tugboats, fishing trawlers, inland towboats, ferries, and special-purpose vessels.

REINTJES WAF Series Marine Gearbox
Key Advantages

Designed for Heavy-Duty Workboat Applications

Backed by over 80 years of marine gearbox experience, the WAF series delivers uncompromising reliability for the most demanding commercial vessel operations.

High Operating Reliability

Built-in hydraulically operated disc clutches with steel/sinter friction surfaces ensure dependable performance under continuous heavy-duty operation.

Simple Maintenance

Integrated oil sump with common circuit for operating pressure and lube oil. Oil pump and oil filter accessible from the outside for easy servicing.

Compact Dimensions

Available in both vertical and horizontal offset configurations, the WAF series delivers a compact footprint for easier installation in tight engine room layouts.

Low Operating Noise

Helical spur gears, case-hardened and tooth-flank ground with precision, deliver smooth, quiet operation across the full power range.

Operating Profiles

Duty Cycles

Select the right operating profile for your vessel's application and usage pattern.

C

Continuous Duty

Operation Continuous operation with little or no variations in engine speed and power
Engine Hours Unlimited
Hull Forms Displacement
Applications Commercial vessels
M

Medium Duty

Operation Intermittent operation with some variations in engine speed and power
Engine Hours 4,000 hours/year
Hull Forms Planing, semi-planing, displacement, catamaran
Applications Private, charter, commercial, navy & governmental vessels
L

Light Duty

Operation Intermittent operation with large variations in engine speed and power
Engine Hours 2,500 hours/year
Hull Forms Planing, semi-planing, displacement
Applications Private, charter, sport & pleasure craft, navy & governmental vessels
P

Pleasure Duty

Operation Intermittent operation with very large variations in engine speed and power
Engine Hours 500 hours/year
Hull Forms Planing, semi-planing
Applications Private, noncommercial, sport & leisure craft
Technical Data

Specifications

WAF/LAF 164–464 Gearbox

Model Input Speed Power Range (kW) Power Range (BHP) Weight Dry Oil Reduction Ratios
WAF/LAF 164 – 464 1600 – 2300 rpm depending on duty 250 – 1200 335 – 1608 405 – 2365 kg See type plate 1.277 – 7.474

Based on the official WAF/LAF 164–573 brochure. Power and ratio coverage varies by duty cycle, exact model, and ratio selection. Operating oil volume is specified on the gearbox type plate / installation drawing.

Model Input Speed Power Range (kW) Power Range (BHP) Weight Dry Oil Reduction Ratios
WAF/LAF 665 – 1973 1200 – 1800 rpm depending on model 700 – 3650 938 – 4895 1600 – 8500 kg See type plate 1.966 – 7.476

Based on the official WAF/LAF 665–1973 brochure and REINTJES product-guide rating tables. Input speed, rating, and ratio availability vary by gearbox size. Operating oil volume is specified on the gearbox type plate / installation drawing.

Model Input Speed Power Range (kW) Power Range (BHP) Weight Dry Oil Reduction Ratios
WAF/LAF 2346 – 7760 750 – 1100 rpm depending on model 700 – 8500 938 – 11390 5200 – 20500 kg See type plate 2.077 – 7.550

Based on the official WAF/LAF 2346–7760 brochure and REINTJES capacity-chart data. Larger models use different input-speed bands depending on reduction and duty selection. Operating oil volume is specified on the gearbox type plate / installation drawing.

Model Input Speed Power Range (kW) Power Range (BHP) Weight Dry Oil Reduction Ratios
WAF 563 / 563L Continuous Duty 1600 / 1800 / 2100 rpm 792 – 1239 1062 – 1661 1445 kg See type plate 4.545, 5.050, 5.421, 5.947
WAF 563 / 563L Medium Duty 1600 / 1800 / 2100 rpm 792 – 1239 1062 – 1661 1445 kg See type plate 4.545, 5.050, 5.421, 5.947
WAF 563 / 563L Light Duty 1600 / 1800 / 2100 rpm 835 – 1239 1120 – 1661 1445 kg See type plate 4.545, 5.050, 5.421, 5.947
WAF 563 / 563L Pleasure Duty 1900 / 2100 / 2300 rpm 1083 – 1472 1452 – 1974 1445 kg See type plate 4.545, 5.050, 5.421, 5.947

WAF 563 / 563L duty data above is compiled from the supplied WAF 563 Series rating table images and brochure page data. Power varies by duty cycle and available ratio. Operating oil volume is specified on the gearbox type plate / installation drawing.

Equipment

Versions

  • Grey cast iron housing
  • Helical gears, case-hardened and tooth-flank ground
  • Built-in, hydraulically actuated disc clutches
  • Roller bearings with integrated thrust bearing
  • "Fast Clutch" system (WAF 164 – 573)
  • Full power transmission in both output directions
  • Integrated oil sump with common oil circuit; oil pump and filter accessible from outside
  • Rigid mounting (WAF 573 – 7760)
  • Built-on seawater-resistant heat exchanger with fixed piping
  • Maximum cooling water inlet temperature of 32°C (90°F)
  • Connection for remote pressure and temperature supervision
  • Built-on control valve with electric, pneumatic, or mechanical operation
  • Input: free shaft with 1:30 cone
  • Output: forged-on flange
  • Coated with synthetic resin varnish (RAL 7001 silver-grey)
  • SAE bell housing (WAF 164 – 763)
  • Output-side counterflange
  • Input-side engine flange
  • Flexible coupling
  • Classification society approval
  • Supervision instruments for unmanned engine room
  • Heat exchanger for cooling water inlet > 32°C (90°F)
  • Trolling propulsion system (ADS)
  • Resilient mounting (hard or soft)
  • Screwing surfaces for customer-side fastening
  • Special gear reduction ratios, acoustically optimised
  • Connection for electric stand-by pump
  • Trailing pump (mechanical or electric)
  • Integrated shaft brake
  • Auxiliary drive PTO / PTI incl. SAE pads
  • Welded steel housing option
  • Yacht premium design: finish and painting
  • Coating in all RAL colours
WAF/LAF 164 – 464
WAF/LAF 164 – 464 gearbox view 1
WAF/LAF 164 – 464 gearbox view 2
WAF/LAF 665 – 1963 gearbox view 1
WAF/LAF 665 – 1963 gearbox view 2
WAF/LAF 2346 – 7760 gearbox view 1
WAF/LAF 2346 – 7760 gearbox view 2
WAF 563 (L) gearbox view 1
WAF 563 (L) gearbox view 2