Dutch truck manufacturer DAF Trucks is introducing the new generation DAF XB trucks, a full series of distribution vehicles in the 7.5 up to 19 tonnes class. The new model series include a comprehensive range of battery electric vehicles to support transport companies in their transition to zero emissions. The new DAF XB combines lowest environmental footprint with class-leading efficiency, safety and comfort.
With its complete series of entirely new New Generation XD, XF, XG and XG+ trucks for distribution, long haul and vocational applications, DAF has set new standards in efficiency and emissions, safety and driver comfort over the past 18 months. The New Generation XB – including the XBC construction truck – completes DAF’s extensive, multiple award-winning product range.
DAF was the first European truck manufacturer to offer a range of battery electric trucks to the market and further expanded its environmental leadership with the New Generation XD and XF Electric models.
Now, DAF further enlarges its ‘zero emission’ product offering with the new DAF XB Electric which is perfectly suited for sustainable inner-city and regional distribution. Next to 16 and 19 tonnes versions, a 12 tonnes version with 17.5” wheels and only one entry step is available. Wheelbases start from 4.2 meters.
The e-motor of the XB Electric provides 120 or 190 kW of nominal power depending of the specification and a nominal torque of 950 and 1.850 Nm respectively (2.600 and 3.500 Nm peak). For the lowest possible environmental impact and highest durability, DAF applies a cobalt and magnesium-free, lithium iron phosphate (LFP – Lithium Ferro Phosphate) high energy density battery packs with a gross energy content of 141 up to 282 kWh. These allow XB Electric ranges of up to 350 ultra-quiet and ‘zero emission’ kilometres; more than enough for the needs of urban distribution transport operators.
A special feature of the new DAF XB Electric is the ‘Combined Charging System’. This allows the truck to be charged through the regular electricity network and is ideal when the truck returns to the home base at the end of the day. Rapid charging the batteries (650V DC, 150 kW) from 20% to 80% will only take 40 to 70 minutes, depending on the specification.
To optimally support customers in the transition to zero emission road transport, DAF’s comprehensive offering also includes a broad range of charging solutions, advice on planning of routes and charging, and the provision of dedicated training for drivers to get the best out of their vehicles.
