ZF ECOMIX

ZF ECOMIX mixer drives for demanding concrete transport applications.

ZF ECOMIX is a family of mixer drives for concrete transport vehicles, engineered to deliver dependable drum rotation under continuous high load. It combines robust drive technology, high torque capability and application-focused integration for demanding concrete delivery cycles.

Used in concrete transport mixers, ECOMIX supports smooth, controlled drum operation and long service life across a range of vehicle and drum capacities. Hydrostatic and electromechanical drive concepts allow the system to be matched to the vehicle architecture and operating requirements.

ZF ECOMIX II CML mixer drive

Core product benefits

ECOMIX is designed around the continuous, high-load drum-rotation requirements of concrete transport mixers, with distinct drive concepts and output ranges for different vehicle and drum applications.

High torque capacity

The dedicated P-Series table reaches up to 80,000 Nm maximum output torque and 72,000 Nm nominal output torque in the stated configurations.

P-Series mixer classes from 7 to 12 m³

P-Series variants cover the stated mixer classes from approximately 7 m³ to 12 m³. ECOMIX II CML and eECOMIX II CMe designations belong to separate model groups and must be identified independently.

Hydrostatic drive options

ECOMIX I and ECOMIX II provide hydrostatic mixer-drive families across the documented P and CML model groups.

Electromechanical alternative

eECOMIX II adds the CMe 12 electromechanical drum-drive concept to the ECOMIX portfolio.

Application-specific PTO

PTO availability is configuration-dependent: it is listed for P-5300 and P-7300, but not for P-3301 and PK-7500 in the dedicated table.

Long production experience

ZF positions the ECOMIX P-Series on more than 45 years of mixer-drive experience for concrete applications.

Robust continuous-duty design

The family is intended for dependable drum rotation under the continuous high-load conditions of concrete transport work.

Compact installation envelope

The dedicated P-Series configurations specify maximum installation angles between 13.5 and 15 degrees.

ZF control and operating functions

ZF ECOMIX combines transmission hardware, controls and application-specific functions. Understanding the operating concept helps owners and workshops describe symptoms accurately before diagnosis or repair.

Hydrostatic drum drive

ECOMIX I and ECOMIX II use hydrostatic drive concepts across the P and CML model groups listed in the portfolio matrix.

Electromechanical drum drive

eECOMIX II is represented by the CMe 12 electromechanical drum-drive variant.

P-Series output range

The P-Series table specifies total ratios, nominal and maximum output torque, installation angle and PTO configuration by model.

Drum rotation under load

The mixer drive is designed to maintain dependable drum rotation during continuous high-load concrete transport operation.

Vehicle integration

The ECOMIX family is matched to concrete transport mixers and their drum-capacity, installation and drive requirements.

Circuit-specific service

CML and CMe units require separate consideration of the mechanical gear-oil section and the applicable hydraulic-oil section.

ECOMIX product range and mixer applications

The application and designation ranges below help owners and workshops narrow the identification route. They do not replace the exact machine, serial number and ZF type-plate check.

ApplicationZF designationsApplication range and service context
ECOMIX I — hydrostatic drum driveP 3301, P 4300, P 5300, P 7300Hydrostatic range for concrete transport mixers. P-3301, P-5300 and P-7300 have published performance figures; P 4300 is part of the ECOMIX I range.
ECOMIX II — hydrostatic drum driveCML 10, CML 12, CML 16Hydrostatic range for concrete transport mixers; confirm the exact installed model from the unit type plate and vehicle records.
eECOMIX II — electromechanical drum driveCMe 12Electromechanical range for concrete transport mixers; confirm the exact installed model from the unit type plate and vehicle records.
P-Series mixer classP-3301Up to 8 m³ / 10.5 yd³; total ratio 141.0; maximum output torque 54,000 Nm; nominal output torque 48,000 Nm; maximum installation angle 15°; no PTO.
P-Series mixer classP-5300Up to 10 m³ / 13.1 yd³; total ratio 135.3; maximum output torque 70,000 Nm; nominal output torque 60,000 Nm; maximum installation angle 13.5°; PTO available.
P-Series mixer classP-7300Up to 12 m³ / 15.7 yd³; total ratio 144.3; maximum output torque 80,000 Nm; nominal output torque 72,000 Nm; maximum installation angle 13.5°; PTO available.
P-Series mixer classPK-7500Up to 12 m³ / 15.7 yd³; total ratio 138.6; maximum output torque 80,000 Nm; nominal output torque 72,000 Nm; maximum installation angle 13.5°; no PTO.

Main OEM and vehicle installations

The records below identify selected ECOMIX family relationships across concrete transport-mixer manufacturers. The exact installed model must be confirmed from the unit type plate and machine records before parts, lubricant or repair decisions.

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Swipe or use the arrows to browse the complete ECOMIX application list. Family-level records do not establish interchangeability between ECOMIX models.

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Genuine ZF fluid and correct oil selection

ECOMIX lubricant requirements depend on the drive concept and the circuit being serviced. ZF EcoFluid X 80W-90 is designated for the mechanical gear-oil sections of CML and CMe mobile mixer drives. Their hydraulic sections follow the applicable TE-ML 07D/07H logic and must be treated separately.

P and PK mixer drives use their own TE-ML 07 groups: 07A, 07C and 07E, with 07D as an alternative where specified. Do not use the mechanical-section oil in a hydraulic circuit, and do not select oil by the ECOMIX family name alone. Confirm the identified unit, circuit, operating temperature range and current ZF service information before filling.

Oil change and filter service

ZF TE-ML 07 defines the ECOMIX lubricant groups and, for CML/CMe, separates the mechanical gear-oil section from the hydraulic section. It does not establish one universal hour-based oil interval for every ECOMIX model, so the actual interval must come from the identified unit and vehicle service documentation.

Application groupRelevant models and classesService-fill / selectionService interval
CML / CMe mechanical sectionCML 10–16, CMe 12; TE-ML 07ZF EcoFluid X 80W-90 for the mechanical gear-oil sectionUse the current ZF and vehicle service schedule; no single universal hour interval applies to all units.
CML / CMe hydraulic sectionCML 10–16, CMe 12; TE-ML 07D / 07HSelect the applicable hydraulic-oil class for the identified unit and circuitConfirm the unit-specific service schedule; do not transfer the mechanical-section interval or oil.
P / PK mixer drivesP 3301–P 7300, PK series; 07A / 07C / 07E, alternative 07DSelect the applicable TE-ML 07 group for the identified P or PK unitConfirm the current ZF and vehicle service schedule; no single universal interval applies to all units.

Keep the mechanical gear-oil and hydraulic requirements separate. Identify the installed ECOMIX unit and type plate, confirm the operating temperature range, and use the current ZF service information together with the mixer manufacturer’s maintenance schedule.

ZF ECOMIX FAQ

Practical answers for vehicle owners, workshops and manufacturers planning diagnosis, maintenance or delegated repair.

How do the ECOMIX generations differ technically?

ECOMIX I and ECOMIX II are hydrostatic mixer-drive families. Their hydraulic power path supports controlled drum rotation and continuous operation under load. eECOMIX II uses an electromechanical drive concept, with electric torque production and electronic power and control integration instead of a conventional hydrostatic drum-drive path. This changes the diagnostic approach: hydrostatic versions require attention to hydraulic pressure, flow, cooling and contamination, while electromechanical versions require electrical safety, supply, inverter, motor feedback and control diagnostics. The mechanical gear section and its lubrication remain a separate consideration where applicable, so the generation determines the architecture, diagnostic method and service boundaries; the family name alone must not be used to assume interchangeability.

What information helps a workshop diagnose an ECOMIX drive before removing it from the vehicle?

Describe the symptom and operating state: start-up, stop, forward or reverse drum rotation, low or high speed, loaded or unloaded operation, and cold or hot condition. Record fault codes, oil level and condition, filter and cooling history, operating temperatures, recent work and whether the input drive or vehicle PTO is operating normally. For hydrostatic versions, separate pump and motor behaviour, pressure and flow, control valves, leaks, cooling and the mechanical reduction. For electromechanical versions, add supply status, inverter and control-unit faults, motor feedback, sensors, connectors and the required electrical or high-voltage safety checks. This evidence helps distinguish a drive fault from a vehicle-control, hydraulic-supply or drum-system problem before components are replaced. Once these observations and any diagnostic data are available, contact ATS: our team has product-specific experience with ZF ECOMIX mixer drives and can assess the evidence, define the next diagnostic checks and coordinate the appropriate repair route.

What should be checked when an ECOMIX drive shows slow, unstable or lost drum rotation?

First classify the symptom: complete loss of rotation, reduced speed, erratic speed, reverse-only operation, a load-dependent fault or a fault that appears only after warming up. Then confirm the installed drive configuration and inspect the input drive, mechanical gear-oil level and condition, external leaks and the drum load. On hydrostatic versions, check the hydraulic pressure and flow, pump and motor response, control valves, cooling circuit, filter condition, temperature and contamination. On electromechanical versions, check the power supply, inverter status, motor feedback, sensors, connectors and safety interlocks. Capture fault codes and measurements before opening the unit. If these symptoms occur, contact ATS before replacing oil or components: our team can interpret the evidence for the specific ECOMIX configuration and plan the correct diagnostic or repair intervention.

Need post-sale support for a ZF ECOMIX mixer drive?

ATS supports identification, technical diagnosis, maintenance planning, parts and lubricant selection, repair or overhaul coordination, and manufacturer-delegated warranty work. For a focused assessment, send a clear photo of the ZF type plate, including the part list number and ZF unit serial number where visible, the machine OEM, model and machine serial number, operating hours, fault codes, symptoms, and the oil and filter history.