Moscow Metro

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Location

Moscow, Russia

Scope of Supply

1 x 6.2 m (20.3 ft) EPB TBM, 2 x 6.6 m (21.6 ft) EPB TBM, 3 continuous conveyor systems

Tunnel Lengths

2 x 2.0 km (1.2 mi), 1 x 2.3 km (1.4 mi)

Ground Condition

Fine Sand, Gravel, Sandy Loam, Stiff Clays, Limestone

 

Mixed Ground Machines to Bore Below Moscow

  • Three EPB TBMs were designed with mixed ground cutting heads and interchangeable cutting tools
  • All three machines are utilizing continuous conveyor systems for muck removal
  • The tunnels are part of 50 km (31 mi) of new metro lines for Moscow, which is known for its traffic gridlock