Osma scenic hydraulic elevator at the Nordseepassage in Wilhelmshaven

2,507 views · Published 22 August 2013 · 2:28 · Indexed 20 September 2026

Channel: OldElevNew · 2013 · Science & Technology

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While some holeless telescoping hydraulic elevators have their cylinder inverted in comparison with an inground model, this one does not. Instead, it has two pistons in "normal" orientation, located at either side of the shaft, and attached to the car top.

Technical specifications:
Brand: Osma
Capacity: 630kg / ~1390lbs / 8 people
Type: hydraulic (holeless two-stage with two pistons)
Year built: 1997
Travel distance: 2 floors

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