DAF further expands electric truck range with new tractor and rigid options

In addition to the very recent introduction of the brand-new XG and XG⁺ electric truck models, DAF is expanding its programme of fully electric trucks to include a wide range of 6×2, 6×4 and 8×4 tractor and rigid models for specific applications and the construction industry. The new chassis models are available for both the XD and XF Electric and the new XG and XG⁺ Electric.

More into details, FTG and FTN Electric are the new 6×2 tractors with steered pusher or trailing axle. In fact, the FTG chassis is equipped with either a steered or non-steered pusher axle, while the FTN always features a steered trailing axle. An electric truck with an FTG configuration is ideal for transport in which extra payload and an optimal axle load ratio are important. This makes the FTG suitable for heavy-duty distribution applications. If maximum manoeuvrability is also required in addition to a high payload, then the FTN is the ideal choice. Both the FTG and FTN models of the DAF XD, XF, XG and XG⁺ Electric are equipped with the powerful PACCAR EX-D2 engine, with outputs ranging from 270 kW (370 hp) to 350 kW (480 hp).

DAF FAS Electric: 6×2 rigid with trailing axle

DAF’s programme of fully electric rigids already includes not only 4×2 (FA) models but also 6×2 models with a steered pusher (FAG) or a steered trailing axle (FAN). Specifically for applications that require a high static payload, DAF is now introducing the electric 6×2 FAS rigid with a GVW of up to 28 tonnes. The FAS features a double-mounted trailing axle with a load capacity of 10 tonnes. This makes it ideal for tippers and trucks with demountable container systems where the entire weight of the load is resting briefly on the third axle during loading and unloading.

FAT and FAW Electric: 6×4 and 8×4 rigids with double driven tandem

For use in the construction industry and other heavy-duty applications that require double driven tandems, DAF is now expanding the XD, XF, XG and XG⁺ Electric range with 6×4 FAT and 8×4 FAW models. In addition, the 6×4 FAT is also available with DAF’s light-weight 19-tonne tandem set. In addition, this 8×4 configuration (GVW: 37 tonnes) is ideal for tipper applications and demountable container systems in combination with a crane, as well as for the transport of large volumes of sand, gravel and asphalt. The steered trailing axle offers a surprisingly high level of manoeuvrability. The fully electric FAT and FAW rigids can be equipped with both PACCAR EX-D1 and PACCAR EX-D2 e-motors. There is also a choice of three, four or five battery packs.

Bodybuilder friendliness

The XD, XF, XG and XG⁺ Electric offer an extremely high level of bodybuilder friendliness. The position of the packs can be adjusted to meet the specific application of the vehicle, which in turn creates space for the fitting of side-loader garbage superstructure or mounting crane legs. The newest models of the XD, XF, XG and XG⁺ Electric also benefit from DAF’s close collaboration with leading bodywork manufacturers throughout Europe.

“Naturally, the DAF XD, XF, XG and XG⁺ Electric with the new axle configurations also feature the same distinctive DNA as the current series of New Generation DAF trucks”, declared Jeroen van den Oetelaar, member of the Board of Management and Director of Product Development. “As a result, they are also setting the standard in their segment with regard to safety, comfort and ease of use. Thanks to the very wide range of models, cabs, engines and chassis, DAF is able to offer tailor-made solutions for every transport application, including electric.”