The Budd Company was a metal fabricator that produced steel automobiles, passenger rail cars, and other transportation products featured on Train Sim World. The company was founded in Philadelphia in 1912 by Edward G. Budd.
What the company did:
- Automobile industry: The company was a major supplier of body components to the automobile industry. They were pioneers in the development of steel car bodies.
- Railroad industry: The company manufactured stainless steel passenger rail cars. They were a competitor to Pullman-Standard.
- Aviation industry: The company manufactured airframes.
- Missile and space vehicles: The company manufactured missile and space vehicles.
- Defense products: The company manufactured various defense products.
What made the company notable:
- The company was a pioneer in the field of transportation.
- They were a leader in materials technology for automobile and rail car design.
- They pioneered the fabrication of stainless steel.
- They helped create the Pioneer Zephyr, a streamlined train for the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad.
- They created iconic EMUs such as the M3/M3A and 2600 Series.
What happened to the company:
- In 1978, the company was acquired by Thyssen AG and changed its name to ThyssenKrupp Budd.
- In 2006, the company was purchased by Martinrea International – Exordium Gaming Chicago
Budd Company Headquarters
Pennsylvania, United States
