Doppelmayr / CWA Omega 15 Pulse Gondola System Available
Rare opportunity to acquire a complete CWA Omega 15 pulse gondola system, originally from Galsterberg Ski Area in Austria.
The system includes 12 spacious Omega 15 panoramic gondola cabins (12–15 passenger capacity), professionally inspected and currently undergoing a complete restoration by The Gondola Shop. The cabins are scheduled to be fully restored and ready for delivery beginning May 2027.
Major system components are currently stored in Juneau, Alaska, with the gondola cabins being restored in Fruita, Colorado.
Overview
Manufacturer: Doppelmayr / CWA Construction Switzerland
Model: Omega 15
System type: Fixed-grip pulse/group gondola system with 15-person cabins (standing)
Year built: 1989/1990
Original installation: Galsterberg Ski Area, Austria
Original altitude difference: 505m
Current length of ropeway: 2430m
Driveway: right
Type of tower: Round towers, galvanized, screwed
Number of towers: 15
Number of hangers/cabins: 12
Mode of drive: Electric drive
Driving power: 750/890 kW
Driving speed per second: Up to 7 meter per second
Capacity per hour: Up to 600 per hour
Rope diameter: 45mm
Electrical equipment: Siemens
Current location of major lift components: Juneau, Alaska
Current location of major cabin components: Fruita, Colorado
Estimated cabins restoration time: May 2027
Remarks: System was in function until spring 2022 in Austria
What Is Included
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All lift parts (tower, stations, rope, etc) detailed list available.
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12 Omega 15 gondola cabins (12 to 15 passengers - standing) fully restored
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Full disassembly + sandblast + body repair, New tower side aluminum panel, New industrial paint, New windows + new rubber seal, New floor, New backrest and upholstery, New powder coating on all door parts and suspension rods cover, Restored/cleaned door mechanism, etc
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Existing grips and H frame (grips are in Juneau, Alaska)
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Container preparation and loading/securing
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Suspension rod installation at the delivery site included – can't be installed for shipping
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All 12 gondolas have been thoroughly inspected by CWA, with reports in hand in April 2026
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All suspension rods and H frame will be inspected by a Colorado NDT specialist in July 2026, with reports in hand
Not Included
Restoration Options/Choices for cabins only
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Customization available if purchased before restoration resumes in November 2026 _ Paint color, floor, upholstery, window color, logos, seating option, etc
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Any modification needed to fit the existing lift (if need be)
Modification & Integration Support
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Cabin adaptation/modification support available
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Grip/interface modifications can be evaluated
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Restoration specifications can be adapted to the project requirements
Passenger Experience
The Omega 15 cabins offer:
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panoramic visibility,
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large passenger capacity,
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premium visual appearance,
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and a unique ride experience suited for tourism-focused operations.
Pricing & Delivery
Complete lift - (parts in Junea Alaska) $ 1 800 000
Restored gondolas only (not sold separately)
TOTAL: 12 gondolas with H frame and grips: $ 1 500 000 (grips are in Juneau, Alaska)
Shipping not included
IMPORTANT NOTES
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Equipment is sold as used ropeway equipment
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Final inventory subject to verification
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Buyer is responsible for engineering review and operational compliance
All drawings, parts list, inspection reports are available upon demand. Please email us info@thegondolashop.com
