News keeps coming from DAF Trucks as the brand expands its electric line-up with a wide range of 6×2, 6×4, and 8×4 tractor and rigid models for specialist applications and the construction sector. The new chassis variants are available for the XD, XF, XG, and XG+ Electric.
FTG and FTN Electric: 6×2 tractors with steered pusher or trailing axle
The DAF XD, XF, XG, and XG+ Electric are now available on the market as 6×2 tractors, ideal for heavy-duty distribution applications. The FTG chassis features a pusher axle (steered or non-steered), making it well-suited for operations where payload capacity is crucial, while the FTN always comes with a steered trailing axle for easier manoeuvrability.
They are powered by the PACCAR EX-D2 e-motor, delivering 270 kW (370 hp) to 350 kW (480 hp). The FTG comes standard with three battery packs, while the FTN offers three, four or five packs for zero-emission ranges of more than 500 km per charge. With GCWs (Gross Combination Weight) of up to 50 tonnes, electric EcoCombi configurations are also possible.
FAS Electric: 6×2 rigid with trailing axle
FAT and FAW Electric: 6×4 and 8×4 rigids with double-driven tandem
DAF is expanding the XD, XF, XG, and XG+ Electric range with the 6×4 FAT and 8×4 FAW, aimed at heavy-duty work and construction applications. With a robust 21-tonne tandem set (single or hub reduction with leaf-spring or air suspension) and high traction, these electric trucks are designed for job-site use. The 6×4 FAT is also available with a lighter 19-tonne tandem.
The FAW Electric uses an 8×4 layout (GVW up to 37 tonnes), suited for tippers and demountable systems with a crane, as well as hauling large volumes of sand, gravel, and asphalt. Both the FAT and FAW rigids can be specified with PACCAR EX-D1 or EX-D2 e-motors and three, four or five battery packs.
Powertrain and Battery Technology
The DAF XD, XF, XG, and XG+ Electric use PACCAR EX-D1 and EX-D2 e-motors, with outputs ranging from 170 kW (230 hp) to 350 kW (480 hp), with peak torque figures of 1,500 Nm and 2,400 Nm, respectively. The drivetrains are powered by lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, in configurations with two to five packs (210 to 525 kWh). The liquid-cooled LFP batteries offer high thermal stability for improved safety and come with an 8-year warranty.
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