Daimler has unveiled the Eactros, a battery electric heavy-duty truck with a range of up to 250 km (155 miles). The Eactros is powered by a high-voltage battery with a capacity of up to 300 kWh.
The truck has a payload capacity of up to 26 tons and a towing capacity of up to 250 tons. The Eactros is equipped with an electric motor with a peak power output of 480 kW (650 hp).
The Eactros will undergo field trials with select customers in Europe starting in 2019. Daimler plans to begin production of the Eactros in 2021.
Features
- Range: Up to 250 km (155 miles)
- Payload capacity: Up to 26 tons
- Towing capacity: Up to 250 tons
- Motor: Electric motor with a peak power output of 480 kW (650 hp)