Kenworth T680 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Model
Kenworth announced it will begin production of its Class 8 zero emissions T680 hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle ( FCEV ), powered by Toyota fuel cell technology . Initial customer deliveries are planned for 2024 with serial production planned in 2025 . Kenworth dealers in the United States and Canada are now accepting deposits for the first of these T680 FCEV builds .
Kenworth and Toyota Motor North America collaborated closely on developing the T680 FCEV . Kenworth integrated Toyota ’ s latest advancements in hydrogen fuel cell technology into its flagship T680 on-highway truck . The T680 FCEV has a range of up to 450 miles , depending upon driving conditions .
“ The T680 FCEV was engineered to offer one of the longest driving ranges of any zero emissions trucks on the market ,” said Kevin Baney , Kenworth general manager and PACCAR vice president . “ With quick refueling , this broadens our zero-emission product offering to include round-the-clock operations in regional haul and demonstrates FCEV potential for long haul .”
The truck is equipped with Toyota ’ s 310kW Dual Motor Assembly , capable of providing 415 horsepower continuously at a maximum payload of 82,000 lbs ( GCWR ), and the Toyota Gen 2 Dual Fuel Cell Module .
“ After years of research and development with Toyota and product testing the T680 FCEV in real-world operations , it ’ s an exciting time in Kenworth ’ s history to bring this technologically advanced truck to market ,” said Baney . “ Kenworth is proud to be an industry leading producer of zero emission transportation solutions for our customers . The T680 FCEV is a great addition to our lineup of Class 6 , 7 and 8 battery-electric models that are available today .”
Last year , Kenworth and Toyota completed a joint pilot program at the Port of Los Angeles , where Kenworth customers operated 10 prototype T680 FCEVs in a real-world setting . The program ’ s success laid the foundation for Kenworth and Toyota engineers to develop the T680 FCEV that is the focus of the commercialization plans .
“ Toyota is excited to take the next step in this joint effort with Kenworth to provide a zero-emission powertrain kit to its customers ,” said Matt Stich , general manager Fuel Cell Solutions , Toyota Motor North America . “ This proven hydrogen-powered fuel cell electric technology will allow commercial customers to help reduce carbon and operate more sustainably .”
To learn more about the Kenworth
T680 FCEV , visit www . Kenworth . com / trucks / t680-fcev /.
Kenworth Truck Company , founded in 1923 , manufactures heavy and medium duty trucks . Throughout 2023 , Kenworth is celebrating its 100th anniversary . To learn more about the 100th anniversary celebration visit www . Kenworth100 . com . Kenworth is “ Driving the Next 100 Years .” Kenworth ’ s Internet home page is at www . kenworth . com . Kenworth is a PACCAR company . l FON
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