Mercedes-Benz Teases Its New eActros 600
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- 12/09/2023 10:36
No matter the weight, as long as there’s intoxication. The Mercedes eActros 600 is making its debut and is gradually revealing itself before its official launch.
On October 10th, Mercedes-Benz Trucks will unveil the eActros 600 worldwide, a battery electric truck designed for long-distance freight transportation. The manufacturer provides a first glimpse of this serial truck through a new image. The teaser motif hints at a sleek and modern design. Clear lines and aerodynamic styling characterize the appearance of the eActros 600. The German manufacturer’s stated goal is: “to be the most economical long-distance truck compared to a conventional diesel equivalent.” Who could have imagined such a thing just a few years ago?
Mercedes in the aspiration of Tesla
Tesla paved the way many years ago with the presentation of its Semi, but Mercedes’ expertise in trucks capable of hauling such loads (39 tons) allowed the German company to catch up, and an initial range of eActros 300/400 tractor units is already on the market. Volvo is also working on an electric offering and is soon ready.
The start of production for the “long-distance” eActros 600 version is scheduled for 2024, with about fifty pre-series units currently in testing with customers. The “600” designation derives from the battery capacity in kilowatt-hours. Since Mercedes promises a range of 500 km under load without recharging, the battery will have a capacity of over 600 kWh and a peak power of 600 kW (approximately 800 horsepower). Finally, thanks to its 800-volt electrical architecture, the Mercedes eActros 600 can accept up to 750 kW, similar to its American rival Tesla Semi, enabling it to recover 20 to 80% of the battery charge during a legal 30-minute break.
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