Urban eTruck customer trials to begin
Following last year’s electric-powered Urban eTruck prototype, Mercedes-Benz has announced a small build run and the start of user trials.
According to Stefan Buchner, Head of Mercedes-Benz Trucks worldwide: “The vehicle will initially go in a low two-figure number of units to customers in Germany - and later in Europe too. It will be used in real transportation applications there. The tests will include use in shift operation, charging times plus battery and range management.”
Given the Urban eTruck’s suitability for shorter-distance, multi-drop work in built-up areas, companies involved in logistics, disposal and foodstuffs distribution have been identified as the most likely clientele.
They’re being offered a choice of either 18-tonne or 25-tonne gross vehicle weights. The latter offers a payload of up to 12.8 tonnes (28,219 pounds), depending on the bodywork fitted.
Maximum driving range should be around 125 miles (200 kilometres), thanks to three lithium-ion battery packs which have a total capacity of 212 kWh. Their energy is sent to a pair of electric motors mounted adjacent to the middle drive axle. Each delivers 167 bhp (125 kW / 170 PS) with 500 Nm (368 lb/ft) of torque.
Mercedes-Benz is currently aiming to commence full series production of an electric heavy-duty truck by 2020.
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According to Stefan Buchner, Head of Mercedes-Benz Trucks worldwide: “The vehicle will initially go in a low two-figure number of units to customers in Germany - and later in Europe too. It will be used in real transportation applications there. The tests will include use in shift operation, charging times plus battery and range management.”
Given the Urban eTruck’s suitability for shorter-distance, multi-drop work in built-up areas, companies involved in logistics, disposal and foodstuffs distribution have been identified as the most likely clientele.
They’re being offered a choice of either 18-tonne or 25-tonne gross vehicle weights. The latter offers a payload of up to 12.8 tonnes (28,219 pounds), depending on the bodywork fitted.
Maximum driving range should be around 125 miles (200 kilometres), thanks to three lithium-ion battery packs which have a total capacity of 212 kWh. Their energy is sent to a pair of electric motors mounted adjacent to the middle drive axle. Each delivers 167 bhp (125 kW / 170 PS) with 500 Nm (368 lb/ft) of torque.
Mercedes-Benz is currently aiming to commence full series production of an electric heavy-duty truck by 2020.
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