Volvo Unveils Its New FE Electric Trucks
by Starlight Generator dieselgeneratortechThe Volvo FE Electric is designed for heavier city distribution and refuse transport operations with gross weights of up to 60,000 pounds. Sales kickoff in Europe in 2019.Volvo Unveils Second Electric Truck.
"With the
introduction of the Volvo FE Electric we have a comprehensive range of
electrically powered trucks for city operations and are taking yet another
strategic step forward in the development of our total offer in electrified
transport solutions,” says Volvo Trucks President Claes Nilsson. “This opens
the door to new forms of cooperation with cities that target to improve air
quality, reduce traffic noise, and cut congestion during peak hours since
commercial operations can instead be carried out quietly and without tale-pipe
exhaust emissions early in the morning or late at night,”
The first Volvo FE Electric, a
refuse truck with a superstructure developed together with Europe’s leading
refuse collection bodybuilder, Faun, will start operating in early 2019 in
Hamburg – the second-largest city in Germany and was named the 2011 European Green
Capital of the European Union.
"The
experiences and ambitions from this venture make Hamburg a highly interesting
partner for us,” says Jonas Odermalm, Product Line Vice President for the Volvo
FL and Volvo FE at Volvo Trucks.
Prof. Dr. Rüdiger Siechau, CEO of
Stadtreinigung Hamburg, sees large potential for environmental benefits with
electric trucks in the city.
"Today, each
of our 300 conventional refuse vehicles emits approximately 31.300 kg carbon
dioxide every year. An electrically powered refuse truck with battery that
stands a full shift of eight to ten hours is a breakthrough in technology,” he
says. “Another benefit is the fact that Stadtreinigung Hamburg generates
climate-neutral electricity that can be used to charge the batteries.”
The new Volvo FE Electric will be
offered in several variants for different types of transport assignment. For
instance with Volvo’s low-entry cab, which makes it easier to enter and exit
the cab and gives the driver a commanding view of surrounding traffic. The working
environment improves too as a result of the low noise level and vibration-free
operation. Battery capacity can be optimised to suit individual needs, and
charging takes place either via the mains or via quick-charge stations.
"Our
solutions for electrified transport are designed to suit the specific needs of
each customer and each city. In addition to the vehicles, we will offer
everything from route analysis to services and financing via our network of
dealers and workshops throughout Europe. We also have close partnerships with
suppliers of charging infrastructure,” says Jonas Odermalm.
Facts, Volvo Trucks’ electrically
powered trucks
Volvo FE Electric
Fully electrically-powered truck
for distribution, refuse collection and other applications in urban conditions,
GVW 27 tonnes.
Drive line: Two electric motors
with 370 kW max power (260 kW cont. power) with a Volvo 2-speed transmission.
Max torque electric motors 850 Nm. Max torque rear axle 28 kNm.
Energy storage: Lithium-ion
batteries, 200–300 kWh.
Range: Up to 200 km.
Charging: Two different charging
systems are available. CCS2: Maximum charge power 150 kW DC. Low Power
Charging: Maximum charge power 22 kW AC.
Charging time: From empty to
fully charged batteries (300 kWh): CCS2 150 kW appr. 1.5 hours, Low power
charging appr.10 hours.
Volvo FL Electric
Fully electrically-powered truck for distribution, refuse collection and other applications in urban conditions, GVW 16 tonnes.
Drive line: Electric motor with 185 kW max power (130 kW cont. power) with a Volvo 2-speed transmission. Max torque electric motor 425 Nm. Max torque rear axle 16 kNm.
Energy storage: Lithium-ion batteries, totalling 100–300 kWh.
Range: Up to 300 km.
Charging: Two different charging systems are available. CCS2: Maximum charge power 150 kW DC. Low Power Charging: Maximum charge power 22 kW AC.
Charging time: From empty to
fully charged batteries: fast charge 1-2 hours (DC charging), night charge up
to 10 hours (AC charging) with maximum battery capacity of 300 kWh
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