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Official Masson Marine corporate brand logo featuring a stylized blue letter "M" shaped like an internal gear tooth above the lowercase "masson" logotype.

Masson Marine Transmissions

Masson marine transmissions are designed and manufactured in France and are widely used in commercial and heavy-duty marine propulsion applications. Known for their robust construction and mechanical simplicity, Masson gearboxes are built to deliver reliable performance in continuous-duty marine environments.
 

Pacific Driveline supplies and supports Masson marine transmissions in New Zealand, providing local technical expertise and access to parts and service support.

Studio product photograph of a large, blue-painted Masson Marine heavy-duty commercial transmission unit showcasing its robust industrial gear casing.
Isolated side-angle product view of a blue Masson Marine commercial propulsion gearbox fitted with integrated hydraulic lines and control valves.
Studio front-angle photograph of a silver-finished Masson Marine heavy-duty gearbox highlighting the multi-bolt output shaft flange setup.
A rugged grey commercial pilot boat, patrol vessel, or workboat cruising at high speed through coastal waters under a blue sky, demonstrating heavy-duty marine propulsion.

Masson Transmission Design

Masson transmissions are engineered to handle high torque loads and sustained operating conditions typical of commercial marine service. Their solid mechanical design and precision gearing provide smooth power transfer, dependable operation and long service life.
 

The transmissions are suited to conventional inboard shaft-drive installations and are commonly paired with a wide range of marine diesel engines.

High-performance commercial service workboat underway at speed, demonstrating continuous-duty marine transmission and propulsion systems.

Product Range

Masson marine transmissions are available in configurations to suit a variety of commercial and utility vessel requirements, including:

Reduction and reverse-reduction marine gearboxes

Straight and angle-drive configurations

Mechanical and hydraulic control options

Models designed for continuous and heavy-duty operation

Each gearbox is built with a focus on durability, serviceability and operational reliability.

High-angle aerial view of a large commercial roll-on/roll-off passenger vehicle ferry underway at speed, highlighting heavy marine propulsion and water-lubricated stern tube bearing applications.
Rear-quarter view of a multi-deck luxury sports fishing catamaran yacht moored at a marina berth, demonstrating premium pleasure craft propulsion and drivetrain integration.

Key Features and Benefits

Masson marine transmissions offer:

Heavy-duty construction for commercial marine use

Proven reliability in continuous operation

Smooth and efficient power transfer

Straightforward servicing and maintenance

Long service life in demanding marine environments

Applications

Masson transmissions are commonly used in:

Commercial workboats and utility vessels

Fishing vessels

Harbour and coastal craft

Government and industrial marine applications

Interior boat with blue chairs and white details

Masson Support in New Zealand

Pacific Driveline provides full support for Masson marine transmissions, including:

Supply of Masson gearboxes and components

Supply of Masson gearboxes and components

Local service guidance and parts support

Ongoing after-sales assistance

For dependable, heavy-duty marine transmission solutions, Pacific Driveline offers trusted support for Masson marine transmissions in New Zealand.

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