Volvo Trucks is pushing the boundaries for electric truck transport with the launch of a range of new trucks with improved performance, flexibility and ranges up to 700 km.
The Swedish company, which boasts one of the largest electric truck line-ups in the industry, has announced new long-distance and next-generation heavy-duty electric trucks.
The long-distance electric truck, the FH Aero Electric with extended range, is capable of driving up to 700 km on one charge, a breakthrough for heavy electric trucks and driving the really long distances, Volvo Trucks claims.
Meanwhile, the next-generation heavy-duty Volvo FH, FM and FMX Electric trucks feature major improvements in flexibility, productivity, driving comfort and with ranges up to 470 km, making it possible to switch to electric truck operation for even more transport assignments, it adds.
“We’re really sharpening our offering here. We are broadening it and making electric solutions possible for an even wider range of transport assignments, and also adding a cutting-edge electric truck with a range of up to 700 km,” says Roger Alm, President of Volvo Trucks. “This means we can fully match the business needs of our customers. It has never been easier to replace diesel trucks with electric ones.”
“We stand firm in our belief that electric vehicles will deliver a large part of the world's truck transport in the future. With the amazing performance of all our new trucks, it's easy to see why,” he states.
FMX Electric trucks feature major improvements in flexibility and productivity.
Long-distance truck
The new Volvo FH Aero Electric with extended range can drive up to 700 km on one charge, thanks to a new driveline technology, the e-axle, which creates space for significantly more battery capacity onboard. The truck is adapted to the new MCS (megawatt charging system) standard and charging the eight batteries from 20 per cent to 80 per cent will take approximately 50 minutes, via a 350 kW CCS (combined charging system).
The compact e‑axle integrates two electric motors and a six‑speed transmission within the rear axle. This design frees chassis space to accommodate additional battery capacity. The system delivers up to 460 kW (623 hp), offering more usable onboard energy and faster charging.
The truck supports a gross combination weight (GCW) of up to 48 tonnes, with flexible battery configurations that allow operators to balance range and payload efficiency. The vehicle can carry up to 28 tonnes of payload.
“This long-haul electric truck is the best in the industry. It offers an outstanding range in combination with high payload, fast charging and great riding comfort. With this truck, our customers can drive the really long distances and throughout an entire working day with the same productivity as diesel trucks,” says Alm.
The heavy-duty Volvo FH Electric offers ranges up to 470 km.
Next-generation heavy-duty trucks
The new FH, FM and FMX Electric trucks have an all-new driveline designed for maximum flexibility across different applications such as on-road construction, regional distribution, urban logistics, utility, refuse, and specialised heavy applications.
They feature a new dual‑motor electric drivetrain paired with a purpose‑built eight‑speed gearbox that optimises torque delivery and overall efficiency. This advanced system delivers up to 540 kW (731 hp) of power.
Engineered for demanding conditions and heavier loads, the trucks can be configured with twin‑drive axles and low gearing to ensure maximum flexibility across challenging terrains.
Each model offers a driving range of up to 470 km on a single charge and supports a GCW of up to 65 tonnes. Flexible battery configurations allow operators to strike the right balance between range and payload efficiency, with the 4x2 tractor capable of carrying up to 23.8 tonnes of payload.
They offer excellent drivability and are engineered so that the driver can drive the truck and power auxiliary equipment such as a concrete mixer, hook lift or refuse unit without extra motors or add-ons, says Volvo Trucks.
This is due to an integrated gearbox power take-off (PTO) with increased functionality enabling usage during driving. The trucks’ versatile PTO options, including split‑motor or dual‑motor PTO configurations support equipment such as cranes, hook lifts, and tipper bodies – allowing the truck and its body functions to operate simultaneously.
The trucks will have a range of up to 470 km and can be charged from 20 per cent to 80 per cent in approximately 65 minutes.
“The next-generation FH, FM and FMX Electric are packed with new, smart functions; they offer great driver comfort and make zero tailpipe emissions transport available for very wide range of transport assignments,” says Alm.
Seamless gear shifting
All these new trucks are equipped with a gearbox optimised for electric transmission paired with dual motors to deliver smoother and more controlled performance. The new powershift gearboxes, eight-speed on the new Volvo FH, FM and FMX Electric and six-speed on the FH Aero Electric with extended range, offer seamless gear shifting and also produce less noise and vibration for a more comfortable workday.