Mack Trucks has built a mobile off-grid charging system that will be integrated into the body of a Mack MD Electric truck. The system can be used by customers testing the technology, and by dealers facilitating EV demos.
“This system will allow the customer or dealer to charge trucks – whether it’s a demo unit or a multi-unit ride-and-drive event at the dealer – without having charging infrastructure readily available at their site,” says Ryan Saba, energy solutions manager for Mack Trucks. “Mack hopes that this option will help customers more easily experience the benefits of e-mobility and a more sustainable transportation option.”
The off grid charging system will consist of a generator powered by renewable propane and a 120kW charger. The system will be mounted on the back of the MD Electric truck transporting it.
Mack MD Electric can be configured to be a Class 6 or Class 7 vehicle and features a three-phase permanent magnet synchronous 260 horsepower motor powered by nickel manganese cobalt oxide lithium-ion batteries, rated at a 240kWh and with a range up to 230 miles.
