Kenworth launches Class 8 battery-electric Kenworth T680E

Kenworth has launched its Kenworth T680E – its Class 8 battery-electric model. The new zero-emission Kenworth T680E is now available for order from Kenworth dealers in the United States and Canada and will enter into production in 2021.

“The Kenworth T680E launch is an exciting, pioneering moment that builds upon Kenworth’s excellent heritage of providing fleets and truck operators with outstanding and productive trucks driven by quality, innovation and technology,” said Kevin Baney, general manager and Paccar vice president.

According to Kenworth, the T680E has an estimated operating range of 150 miles, depending on application and uses a CCS1 DC fast charger with maximum rate of 120 kWh and estimated 3.3-hour charging time. Designed for pickup and delivery applications, Kenworth claims the T680E is initially available as a day cab as either a tractor or straight truck in a 6x4 axle configuration while being offered in 54,000 lb. and 82,000 lb. gross vehicle weight ratings.

“Kenworth is leading the way in green initiatives and the T680E definitely will be game-changer in the trucking industry,” said Baney. “The new Kenworth T680E provides our customers with a true, zero-emissions solution that will help to achieve their own green program objectives, while leveraging the excellent performance, reliability and cab comfort of our current T680 on-highway flagship model.”