Kenworth Medium-Duty Battery-Electric Trucks

Kenworth recently announced the launch of its first conventional medium-duty battery-electric trucks: the T280E, T380E and T480E. These new Class 6-8 models extend Kenworth’s commitment to providing fleets with versatile, zero-emission solutions designed for a wide variety of applications, including pickup and delivery, utility, regional haul and vocational.

The company’s all-new medium-duty BEVs are powered by PACCAR’s fully integrated ePowertrain platform, offering multiple eMotor ratings from 170 kW (230 hp continuous, 335 hp peak) up to 350 kW (470 hp continuous, 605 hp peak), with peak torque ratings of 1,100 or 1,850 pound-feet. This flexible platform allows customers to spec trucks for local delivery routes, regional distribution or vocational applications that require increased power.

Battery configurations include two battery string options, which offer 250 kWh (up to 200 miles) and 375 kWh (up to 280 miles) of energy storage, with the ability to charge in one hour, depending on battery string and charger type. All models feature DC fast-charging capability with peak charging rates up to 350 kW, supported by PACCAR Parts’ full suite of charging solutions. www.kenworth.com