The Merak 2800 mobile universal shredder series gets a new diesel-driven version. Thanks to its complete independence from the mains power supply, the new model offers a much higher level of flexibility. This innovative drive concept combines maximum mobility with proven Lindner quality, while reducing the infrastructure requirements at the job site. The Merak 2800 DT sees Lindner launch the first diesel-driven mobile single-shaft shredder in its class.
The Merak 2800 was first presented at IFAT 2024 featuring an all-electric drive system and has since become established on the market as a truly universal shredder in terms of versatility, productivity, and throughput. Customers greatly appreciate this mobile shredder thanks to its high throughput and ability to handle a wide variety of materials. Three different rotor concepts and interchangeable screens allow the shredder to be adapted to various material flows, including waste wood, plastics, industrial and commercial waste, and household waste. The innovative cutting system allows the shredder to be used for a universal range of applications, from coarse pre-processing through to final shredding, outputting particle sizes ranging from 30 to 350 mm.
Maximum flexibility and independence
Lindner, an Austrian recycling pioneer, will be launching at IFAT Munich 2026 the diesel version of their mobile single-shaft shredder, which provides a fully mobile turnkey solution. "The availability of a reliable electric power supply varies greatly around the world and presents a major challenge for many of our customers. We are responding specifically to this situation in the market by extending the Merak series just two years after its launch with an additional drive option," explains Matthias Egarter, CEO at Lindner.
Previously, the Merak 2800 has been available with an electric drive system, whereas now the diesel drive means it can be used independently of a mains power supply. As a result, operators can use the shredder at remote or temporary job sites and move it more easily between different locations. At the same time, the infrastructure requirements are reduced. Because neither a transformer nor a separate diesel generator are needed, investment costs are also reduced, and the machine is ready for action as soon as it has been refuelled.
Proven performance and versatility
The development of the Diesel-Merak presented the recycling pioneer with unique technical challenge, not least because of the high-speed rotor system. “The biggest challenge was achieving the required rotor speeds with a diesel-hydraulic drive,” explains Thomas Gasser, product manager of the Merak series. “Together with our partners in the field of motor and transmission technology, we have developed an innovative concept that minimises drops in speed under load. This ensures that the proven performance and throughput achieved by the electric Merak are also guaranteed with the diesel version."
In addition, the new diesel shredder comes with another valuable feature: a foldable conveyor belt that makes handling easier during mobile use. The key strength of the Merak 2800 remains unchanged: its exceptional versatility in shredding. Both the electric and diesel versions of the shredder enable a wide variety of materials to be processed in a single pass, regardless of the required output size of the shredded material. With three different rotor versions and screen configurations, the shredder can be flexibly adapted to match changing material flows and requirements.
Launch at IFAT Munich
IFAT Munich provided the ideal setting for the debut of the new Diesel Merak 2800. Lindner presented the new drive concept from 4 to 7 May 2026 in Hall B6/251 and live in action at the VDMA Demo Days.
