Wattman Maxi Express electric trackless train in outdoor operation — full passenger capacity at a U.S. park or attraction

The Manufacturer Behind Every Wattman Train

Wattman Trains & Trams Inc. designs and builds the Mini Express and Maxi Express in Granby, Quebec, Canada. Over 30 years of continuous production. Independently certified. Operating on 5 continents.

FOUNDED 30+ Years
PRODUCTION Granby, Canada
MARKETS 5 Continents
IAAPA MEMBER Since 2008

Designed and Built in North America Since the 1990s

Wattman Trains & Trams Inc. is the manufacturer of the Wattman Mini Express and Maxi Express electric trackless trains. The company is headquartered and produces its trains in Granby, Quebec, Canada — giving every Wattman train its North American engineering foundation.

Production began in the early 1990s. The current Generation 5 models represent over three decades of continuous development, incorporating feedback from operators across shopping malls, zoos, amusement parks, resorts, and city parks on five continents.

Every train that leaves the Granby facility is covered by a 24-month factory warranty and independently certified by TÜV to EN 13814:2019 Parts 1, 2, and 3 — the full European standard for amusement ride design, manufacture, and operation. That certification also conforms to ASTM F2291 and ASTM F1193, the U.S. standards referenced by 44 states for commercial amusement ride compliance.

What Makes Wattman Different

Generation 5 Engineering

The current Mini Express and Maxi Express are the 5th generation of the Wattman platform. The regenerative AC drive system eliminates mechanical brakes, reduces maintenance requirements, and delivers a smoother driving experience. The e-Pedal controller is the result of over 30 years of refinement in commercial daily-use environments.

Independent Certification

Wattman Trains & Trams Inc. does not self-certify its products. Every model is independently reviewed and certified by TÜV Nederland, part of the TÜV NORD GROUP. Their engineers conduct structural calculations, load analysis, and component verification before issuing a certificate. That certificate is included with every train delivered to any operator worldwide.

North American Production

Unlike most electric trackless trains sold in the U.S. and international markets, Wattman trains are not manufactured in China. Every train is produced in Granby, Quebec, Canada — with full traceability of components, materials, and manufacturing records. This production foundation supports the technical file that every operator receives at delivery.

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