The Ural Automobile Plant has introduced a prototype truck equipped with a hybrid powertrain. The vehicle features a 4×2 wheel arrangement.
In practical terms, this is a sequential hybrid. Propulsion comes from an electric motor powered by energy stored in traction batteries, while an onboard generator running on liquefied gas can recharge the batteries as needed.
The electric drive can cover substantial distances on battery power alone, with the capability to reach around 100 kilometers before needing assistance from the generator. When the generator is engaged, the overall driving range extends to roughly 500 kilometers.
Future plans call for a full lineup of electric trucks. The next model will be entirely battery-powered with no generator, and the third iteration will employ hydrogen fuel cells as an additional propulsion option.
These trucks are envisioned for urban waste collection in areas where gas content is a concern, offering a cleaner and quieter solution for city environments. The company plans to unveil the vehicle and share initial field results during the Environmental Water Forum in the Southern Urals this summer.
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Source: URAL Automobile Plant