Volvo recently debuted the Mack MD Electric, the company’s first EV in the medium-duty segment of the trucking industry. Available in Class 6 (25,995 GWV) and Class 7 (33,000 GWV) ratings, both variants are equipped with a 150-kWh or 240-kWh Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt-Oxide lithium-ion battery pack with up 230 miles (three batteries) of range on a full charge.
Its rear-mounted electric motor boasts a continuous output of 185 hp and 960 lb-ft of torque under normal conditions. When the going gets tough, the electric motor gets tougher, with a maximum output of 260 hp and 1,850 lb-ft of torque. Thanks to its 80kW DC fast charging capability, it can be fully charged between 100 min – 160 min. The Mack MD Electric is set to go into production later this year at the company’s Roanoke Valley Operations (RVO) in Roanoke Valley, Virginia.
- Power & Performance: With a Nominal 250W motor (Max. Power 500W) and long-lasting battery, travel up to 11.2 Miles and reach a top speed of 15.5MPH.
- User-Friendly Design: Intuitive controls and a lightweight, foldable frame make this scooter easy to use and store.
- Cutting-Edge Features: The Segway D18W Electric Scooter comes with LED lighting, Weight capacity 220lbs and more to enhance riding experience.
The Mack MD Electric joins the full lineup of Class 6 to 8 vehicles Mack offers to help customers meet their application needs. Building on the success of the diesel-powered Mack MD Series, the Mack MD Electric will help our customers meet their sustainability goals without sacrificing the durability, reliability and total cost of ownership for which Mack is known,” said Jonathan Randall, president of Mack Trucks North America.
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