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Automobile & Transportation Global Coupler Buffer Device Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

  • RnM4651338
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  • 20 November, 2025
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  • Global
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  • 94 Pages
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  • GIR
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  • Automobile & Transportation

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Coupler Buffer Device market size was valued at US$ 314 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 428 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 4.6% during review period.
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The coupler buffer device is a railway component used to connect vehicles, locomotives, or multiple units, transmitting traction and braking forces while mitigating longitudinal impact forces. It consists of a coupler, buffer, yoke, draft gear, and other components, forming a complete system installed within the draft beam at the end of the underframe. Its primary function is to ensure a secure connection between train cars and to absorb and cushion impacts caused by traction, braking, and collisions during train operation. The coupler is responsible for bearing and transmitting traction forces, while the buffer reduces impacts through elastic elements, hydraulic mechanisms, or friction systems, thereby improving the safety, stability, and comfort of train operations.
The coupler buffer device is a crucial component in railway coupling systems, designed to absorb impact energy during train acceleration, braking, and collisions, ensuring smooth operation and passenger safety. With the expansion of high-speed rail, heavy-haul freight, and urban rail transit, the demand for advanced coupler buffer systems is steadily increasing.
From a technical perspective, coupler buffer devices can be classified into mechanical, hydraulic, and elastomer-based buffers. Mechanical buffers are simple and easy to maintain, making them widely used in freight trains and conventional passenger trains. Hydraulic buffers, known for their excellent energy absorption and smooth buffering performance, are widely applied in high-speed rail and modern passenger rail systems. Elastomer-based buffers, with their durability and low-maintenance advantages, are preferred in metro, light rail, and tram applications. In recent years, the emergence of smart buffer systems, integrating sensors for impact monitoring, wear prediction, and remote maintenance, has enhanced operational safety and efficiency.
From an application perspective, high-speed rail, heavy-haul rail, and urban transit systems are the primary market drivers. High-speed rail networks in China, Europe, and Japan demand high-strength, lightweight, and intelligent buffer solutions to ensure safety at high velocities. Heavy-haul freight rail, driven by the increasing demand for coal, minerals, and bulk commodities, requires robust buffers that can withstand extreme loads and minimize maintenance costs. In urban rail transit (metro, LRT, tram), population growth and the expansion of public transit networks are increasing demand for low-maintenance, high-durability buffers.
Regionally, China, Europe, and North America dominate the market. China leads in high-speed and urban rail investments, creating strong demand for advanced buffer systems. Europe, driven by strict safety standards and continuous technology upgrades, is adopting high-performance intelligent buffers. North America, with its extensive freight rail network, has a strong demand for high-durability and impact-resistant buffers. Meanwhile, emerging markets in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa are witnessing rising demand due to accelerated railway infrastructure development.
Looking forward, the technological evolution of coupler buffer devices will focus on high-strength materials, smart monitoring integration, and lightweight design. Advanced materials (such as composites and high-strength alloys) will improve durability and energy absorption, reducing maintenance costs. Intelligent sensor integration will enable real-time condition monitoring, enhancing railway safety. Additionally, modular and lightweight designs will enhance adaptability, meeting the diverse requirements of different rail systems.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Coupler Buffer Device market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Coupler Buffer Device market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Coupler Buffer Device market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Coupler Buffer Device market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Coupler Buffer Device market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and ASP (US$/Unit), 2020-2025
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Coupler Buffer Device
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Coupler Buffer Device market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include CRRC, Voith Group, Knorr-Bremse Group, Dellner, Wabtec Corporation, McConway & Torley, Nippon Steel, Texmaco Rail & Engineering, Huatie Group, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Coupler Buffer Device market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Friction Buffer
Hydraulic Buffer
Rubber Buffer
Market segment by Application
Freight Trains
Passenger Trains
Urban Rail Transit
Others
Major players covered
CRRC
Voith Group
Knorr-Bremse Group
Dellner
Wabtec Corporation
McConway & Torley
Nippon Steel
Texmaco Rail & Engineering
Huatie Group
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Coupler Buffer Device product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Coupler Buffer Device, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Coupler Buffer Device from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Coupler Buffer Device competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Coupler Buffer Device breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Coupler Buffer Device market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Coupler Buffer Device.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Coupler Buffer Device sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.


1 Market Overview

  • 1.1 Product Overview and Scope
  • 1.2 Market Estimation Caveats and Base Year
  • 1.3 Market Analysis by Type
    • 1.3.1 Overview: Global Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value by Type: 2020 Versus 2024 Versus 2031
    • 1.3.2 Friction Buffer
    • 1.3.3 Hydraulic Buffer
    • 1.3.4 Rubber Buffer
  • 1.4 Market Analysis by Application
    • 1.4.1 Overview: Global Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value by Application: 2020 Versus 2024 Versus 2031
    • 1.4.2 Freight Trains
    • 1.4.3 Passenger Trains
    • 1.4.4 Urban Rail Transit
    • 1.4.5 Others
  • 1.5 Global Coupler Buffer Device Market Size & Forecast
    • 1.5.1 Global Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value (2020 & 2024 & 2031)
    • 1.5.2 Global Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity (2020-2031)
    • 1.5.3 Global Coupler Buffer Device Average Price (2020-2031)

2 Manufacturers Profiles

  • 2.1 CRRC
    • 2.1.1 CRRC Details
    • 2.1.2 CRRC Major Business
    • 2.1.3 CRRC Coupler Buffer Device Product and Services
    • 2.1.4 CRRC Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.1.5 CRRC Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.2 Voith Group
    • 2.2.1 Voith Group Details
    • 2.2.2 Voith Group Major Business
    • 2.2.3 Voith Group Coupler Buffer Device Product and Services
    • 2.2.4 Voith Group Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.2.5 Voith Group Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.3 Knorr-Bremse Group
    • 2.3.1 Knorr-Bremse Group Details
    • 2.3.2 Knorr-Bremse Group Major Business
    • 2.3.3 Knorr-Bremse Group Coupler Buffer Device Product and Services
    • 2.3.4 Knorr-Bremse Group Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.3.5 Knorr-Bremse Group Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.4 Dellner
    • 2.4.1 Dellner Details
    • 2.4.2 Dellner Major Business
    • 2.4.3 Dellner Coupler Buffer Device Product and Services
    • 2.4.4 Dellner Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.4.5 Dellner Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.5 Wabtec Corporation
    • 2.5.1 Wabtec Corporation Details
    • 2.5.2 Wabtec Corporation Major Business
    • 2.5.3 Wabtec Corporation Coupler Buffer Device Product and Services
    • 2.5.4 Wabtec Corporation Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.5.5 Wabtec Corporation Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.6 McConway & Torley
    • 2.6.1 McConway & Torley Details
    • 2.6.2 McConway & Torley Major Business
    • 2.6.3 McConway & Torley Coupler Buffer Device Product and Services
    • 2.6.4 McConway & Torley Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.6.5 McConway & Torley Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.7 Nippon Steel
    • 2.7.1 Nippon Steel Details
    • 2.7.2 Nippon Steel Major Business
    • 2.7.3 Nippon Steel Coupler Buffer Device Product and Services
    • 2.7.4 Nippon Steel Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.7.5 Nippon Steel Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.8 Texmaco Rail & Engineering
    • 2.8.1 Texmaco Rail & Engineering Details
    • 2.8.2 Texmaco Rail & Engineering Major Business
    • 2.8.3 Texmaco Rail & Engineering Coupler Buffer Device Product and Services
    • 2.8.4 Texmaco Rail & Engineering Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.8.5 Texmaco Rail & Engineering Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.9 Huatie Group
    • 2.9.1 Huatie Group Details
    • 2.9.2 Huatie Group Major Business
    • 2.9.3 Huatie Group Coupler Buffer Device Product and Services
    • 2.9.4 Huatie Group Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.9.5 Huatie Group Recent Developments/Updates

3 Competitive Environment: Coupler Buffer Device by Manufacturer

  • 3.1 Global Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
  • 3.2 Global Coupler Buffer Device Revenue by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
  • 3.3 Global Coupler Buffer Device Average Price by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
  • 3.4 Market Share Analysis (2024)
    • 3.4.1 Producer Shipments of Coupler Buffer Device by Manufacturer Revenue ($MM) and Market Share (%): 2024
    • 3.4.2 Top 3 Coupler Buffer Device Manufacturer Market Share in 2024
    • 3.4.3 Top 6 Coupler Buffer Device Manufacturer Market Share in 2024
  • 3.5 Coupler Buffer Device Market: Overall Company Footprint Analysis
    • 3.5.1 Coupler Buffer Device Market: Region Footprint
    • 3.5.2 Coupler Buffer Device Market: Company Product Type Footprint
    • 3.5.3 Coupler Buffer Device Market: Company Product Application Footprint
  • 3.6 New Market Entrants and Barriers to Market Entry
  • 3.7 Mergers, Acquisition, Agreements, and Collaborations

4 Consumption Analysis by Region

  • 4.1 Global Coupler Buffer Device Market Size by Region
    • 4.1.1 Global Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Region (2020-2031)
    • 4.1.2 Global Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value by Region (2020-2031)
    • 4.1.3 Global Coupler Buffer Device Average Price by Region (2020-2031)
  • 4.2 North America Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value (2020-2031)
  • 4.3 Europe Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value (2020-2031)
  • 4.4 Asia-Pacific Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value (2020-2031)
  • 4.5 South America Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value (2020-2031)
  • 4.6 Middle East & Africa Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value (2020-2031)

5 Market Segment by Type

  • 5.1 Global Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
  • 5.2 Global Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value by Type (2020-2031)
  • 5.3 Global Coupler Buffer Device Average Price by Type (2020-2031)

6 Market Segment by Application

  • 6.1 Global Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
  • 6.2 Global Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value by Application (2020-2031)
  • 6.3 Global Coupler Buffer Device Average Price by Application (2020-2031)

7 North America

  • 7.1 North America Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
  • 7.2 North America Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
  • 7.3 North America Coupler Buffer Device Market Size by Country
    • 7.3.1 North America Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
    • 7.3.2 North America Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
    • 7.3.3 United States Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 7.3.4 Canada Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 7.3.5 Mexico Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

8 Europe

  • 8.1 Europe Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
  • 8.2 Europe Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
  • 8.3 Europe Coupler Buffer Device Market Size by Country
    • 8.3.1 Europe Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
    • 8.3.2 Europe Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
    • 8.3.3 Germany Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 8.3.4 France Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 8.3.5 United Kingdom Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 8.3.6 Russia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 8.3.7 Italy Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

9 Asia-Pacific

  • 9.1 Asia-Pacific Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
  • 9.2 Asia-Pacific Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
  • 9.3 Asia-Pacific Coupler Buffer Device Market Size by Region
    • 9.3.1 Asia-Pacific Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Region (2020-2031)
    • 9.3.2 Asia-Pacific Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value by Region (2020-2031)
    • 9.3.3 China Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 9.3.4 Japan Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 9.3.5 South Korea Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 9.3.6 India Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 9.3.7 Southeast Asia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 9.3.8 Australia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

10 South America

  • 10.1 South America Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
  • 10.2 South America Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
  • 10.3 South America Coupler Buffer Device Market Size by Country
    • 10.3.1 South America Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
    • 10.3.2 South America Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
    • 10.3.3 Brazil Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 10.3.4 Argentina Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

11 Middle East & Africa

  • 11.1 Middle East & Africa Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
  • 11.2 Middle East & Africa Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
  • 11.3 Middle East & Africa Coupler Buffer Device Market Size by Country
    • 11.3.1 Middle East & Africa Coupler Buffer Device Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
    • 11.3.2 Middle East & Africa Coupler Buffer Device Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
    • 11.3.3 Turkey Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 11.3.4 Egypt Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 11.3.5 Saudi Arabia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 11.3.6 South Africa Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

12 Market Dynamics

  • 12.1 Coupler Buffer Device Market Drivers
  • 12.2 Coupler Buffer Device Market Restraints
  • 12.3 Coupler Buffer Device Trends Analysis
  • 12.4 Porters Five Forces Analysis
    • 12.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 12.4.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 12.4.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 12.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
    • 12.4.5 Competitive Rivalry

13 Raw Material and Industry Chain

  • 13.1 Raw Material of Coupler Buffer Device and Key Manufacturers
  • 13.2 Manufacturing Costs Percentage of Coupler Buffer Device
  • 13.3 Coupler Buffer Device Production Process
  • 13.4 Industry Value Chain Analysis

14 Shipments by Distribution Channel

  • 14.1 Sales Channel
    • 14.1.1 Direct to End-User
    • 14.1.2 Distributors
  • 14.2 Coupler Buffer Device Typical Distributors
  • 14.3 Coupler Buffer Device Typical Customers

15 Research Findings and Conclusion

    16 Appendix

    • 16.1 Methodology
    • 16.2 Research Process and Data Source

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