Mercedes-Benz eActros electric truck launched
Arguably, hydrogen fuel cells currently represent the best way to create a zero-emissions large commercial vehicle. However, Mercedes-Benz clearly doesn’t believe that’s the only option, because its new eActros uses a traditional plug-in battery-electric powertrain.
Drawing on lessons learned from 2018’s Urban eTruck customer trials, the eActros is intended for heavy-duty short-distance distribution. Both two- and three-axle configurations are going to be offered with gross weights of 19 or 27 tonnes (41,888 or 59,525 pounds).
Regardless of the version chosen, the eActros features a single ‘e-axle’ incorporating two centrally-positioned electric motors and a two-speed transmission. Continuous and peak outputs are rated at 450 PS (443 bhp / 330 kW) and 545 PS (537 bhp / 400 kW) respectively.
Buyers can specify either three or four 105 kWh replaceable battery packs. The maximum possible size is therefore 420 kWh, which “in optimum conditions” allows a driving range of up to 249 miles (400 kilometres).
Recharging has to be done via a dedicated DC station. According to Mercedes-Benz, a 315 kWh model connected to a 400-amp supply should take just over an hour to get from 20 to 80 percent capacity.
eActros series production is due to begin during autumn 2021. Initially, availability will be limited to twelve European markets (including the UK).
Prices have yet to be announced.
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Drawing on lessons learned from 2018’s Urban eTruck customer trials, the eActros is intended for heavy-duty short-distance distribution. Both two- and three-axle configurations are going to be offered with gross weights of 19 or 27 tonnes (41,888 or 59,525 pounds).
Regardless of the version chosen, the eActros features a single ‘e-axle’ incorporating two centrally-positioned electric motors and a two-speed transmission. Continuous and peak outputs are rated at 450 PS (443 bhp / 330 kW) and 545 PS (537 bhp / 400 kW) respectively.
Buyers can specify either three or four 105 kWh replaceable battery packs. The maximum possible size is therefore 420 kWh, which “in optimum conditions” allows a driving range of up to 249 miles (400 kilometres).
Recharging has to be done via a dedicated DC station. According to Mercedes-Benz, a 315 kWh model connected to a 400-amp supply should take just over an hour to get from 20 to 80 percent capacity.
eActros series production is due to begin during autumn 2021. Initially, availability will be limited to twelve European markets (including the UK).
Prices have yet to be announced.
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Urban eTruck customer trials to begin
The all-electric Mercedes-Benz Urban eTruck
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