Fuso unveiled the new eCanter online. The model features a new powertrain that improves upon what the old eCanter delivered. The premier happened in September of 2022, and the brand hopes to enter large-scale production of this model by 2023.
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) recently unveiled its new electric truck model in a world premiere in September. The original eCanter was launched back in 2017 and the nameplate has since covered over six million kilometers since then. Now, the new eCanter aims to make strides in the electric truck space, and there will be up to 28 variants for the Japanese market and about 80 variants for territories outside of Fuso’s home country.
It seems that the eCanter is just about ready for its prime debut this time around, wherein the new version of the electric truck will be ready for large-scale production. The Fuso brand seems to be right on the money as many other electric trucks have been gaining traction, especially in places like Europe, Australia, and the United States.
According to the information provided, the new eCanter will feature a weight class that ranges between 4.25 tons to 8.55 tons. There will also be a new wide cab variant (2,130 mm) which is bigger than the standard cab (1,700 mm). The model will also get new wheelbase options, from 2,500 mm to 4,750 mm.
The eCanter is powered by Fuso’s eAxle technology which uses a 110 kW or 129 kW motor for the rear wheels. The driveline is powered by either one, two, or three batteries depending on the configuration, and that brings the battery capacity to 41.4 kWh, 82.6 kWh, or 123.9 kWh respectively. That allows the eCanter to achieve ranges of 80 km, 140 km, and 200 km, respectively, according to Fuso’s in-house testing.
There will also be other features as well which include an optional ePTO power take-off unit that allows the eCanter to be used in specialized applications like construction as a crane or dump truck or even as a refrigerated van.
There are other tech features as well, which include regenerative braking, battery pre-conditioning during AC charging, energy-saving drive modes, and even Fuso’s telematics solution called Truckonnect which allows operators to track remaining mileage, remaining battery capability, and a new Charging Management System which include a timer to charge vehicle batteries at optimal electricity prices.
On top of that, we’ll also see Active Sideguard Assist, Active Brake Assist, Active Attention Assist, Intelligent Headlight Control, an Electric Parking Brake, and a Back-Eye Camera System.
