^ABDA
DF-475
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- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) began producing electro-hydraulic steering gears in 1935, building on a shipbuilding heritage that dates back to 1884. The company was formally established as Mitsubishi Heavy-Industries, Ltd. in 1934.
- The DF-475 is part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' broader range of steering gears, which includes various models like the DF/DFT series, SF/SFT series, and SFC series. The company also produces larger steering gears, such as the DFT-1150, DFT-870, and DFT-760, designed for mega containerships.
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' steering gears, including the DF-475, are known for their highly responsive, reliable, and safe electro-hydraulic systems. They feature a simple, compact design and are built for durability across a wide range of vessels, from commercial to specialized ships.
| Model | Actuator Type | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| DF-475 | Rapson slide type | Highly responsive hydraulic system, high reliability and durability. |
| DFT-1150 | Rapson slide type | World's largest steering gear with 11,307 kN-m torque, for 20,000 TEU mega containerships. |
| DF 125 | Unknown | Smaller capacity steering gear within the Mitsubishi range. |
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^A B D A │ │ │ └── Model: DF-475 │ │ └───── Make: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries │ └──────── Equipment: Steering Gear └─────────── System: ME, Propulsion & Steering