Heavy-duty off-road vehicle manufacturer Torsus expanded its Slovak engineering and production operations with the opening of a second manufacturing facility in Ilava.
The new site will create 100 jobs and increase production of Torsus' Terrastorm and Praetorian ranges. The company also expects the location to strengthen its ability to develop and manufacture specialist vehicles for mining, energy, emergency response, construction, government and remote industrial operations.
Combined with the company’s existing pre-assembly operation in Horné Srnie, Ilava gives Torsus a total manufacturing footprint of about 101,396 square feet and a production team of more than 150 people.
The expanded operation provides annual production capacity for up to 200 Terrastorm and 50 Praetorian vehicles, with multiple models and customer projects able to progress through production simultaneously. The company has completed more than 350 projects and supplied over 5,000 vehicles to customers in more than 20 countries across four continents.
The Ilava facility will also feature the Torsus Digital R&D Centre, where engineers develop vehicle systems, specialist conversions and customer-specific equipment. It will offer advanced CAD software, including SolidWorks and Plasticity, along with in-house 3D printing, a dedicated prototyping area, a separate vehicle lift and specialized engineering workstations.
4X4 HD
A major focus of Torsus' engineering operation is its heavy-duty 4x4 HD system for specialist commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of up to 5.5 metric tons. The system combines low-range gearing with locking differentials, giving operators greater traction, torque control and low-speed maneuverability across steep gradients, mud, loose surfaces, cross-axle obstacles and broken terrain.
This configuration is not available as a standard Volkswagen or MAN solution for vehicles in this category.
The drivetrain is engineered alongside reinforced suspension, underbody protection, drivetrain breathers, electronics and customer equipment. Vehicle weight, axle loading, center of gravity and suspension behavior are assessed to ensure the completed vehicle remains stable and controllable under full-load off-road conditions.
Terrastorm and Praetorian Production
Terrastorm is a heavy-duty 4x4 platform developed for passenger transport, emergency response, cargo, utility support, mobile workshops, medical units, cranes and expedition vehicles.
Praetorian is Torsus’ flagship heavy-duty 4x4 off-road bus, engineered to carry personnel and equipment across terrain beyond the reach of conventional buses.
In-house laser cutting and metal bending allow Torsus to manufacture structural parts, underbody protection, brackets and customized components with greater control over accuracy, quality and lead times.
The company structures its manufacturing processes in line with Volkswagen AG standards, covering incoming-part inspection, assembly procedures, documentation, traceability and final vehicle certification.
Built in Slovakia, Delivered Worldwide
Slovakia's central European location gives Torsus access to major international road, rail, port and logistics networks, supporting the global delivery of vehicles, components and spare parts.
Torsus vehicles are supplied through the company’s international dealer network and supported by Volkswagen and MAN service centers around the world. Each vehicle is supplied with a two-year global warranty and comprehensive aftersales support, with extended warranty options available in selected markets.
