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Test Conducted With The Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 Truck Traveled 1,378 Km Between John O’Groats and Land’s End in Just Over 24 Hours, With Only Three Recharges and a Load of 39.5 Tons, Registering an Average Efficiency of 1.175 Km Per kWh and Total Reduction of 1,042 Kg of CO₂
A Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 truck traveled 1,378 kilometers in just over 24 hours between John O’Groats and Land’s End in the United Kingdom, making only three recharges during the journey and setting a new record for heavy vehicles.
The route marked the first time a heavy goods vehicle completed this journey with such energy performance.
The journey was planned with strategic recharge stops, considered an essential part of any long-distance road transport operation.
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Electric Truck Travels The Length Of The United Kingdom With Three Recharge Stops
The Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 completed the route linking John O’Groats in the north of Scotland to Land’s End in the far south of England. The total journey was 1,378 kilometers traveled in just over 24 hours.
During the journey, the vehicle made only three scheduled recharge stops. The planning of these stops was considered crucial to ensure the continuity of the trip, replicating the typical conditions of long-distance logistics operations.
According to Mercedes-Benz Trucks, the achievement represents a new milestone for electric trucks in heavy transport. The company claims that the test helps expand the debate regarding the feasibility of electric vehicles for extensive road routes.
Efficiency And Range Data Of The Electric eActros 600 Truck
Mercedes-Benz Trucks highlighted two main indicators obtained during the test with the electric truck. The first is the average efficiency recorded, at 1.175 kilometers per kWh consumed throughout the journey.
This result is approximately equivalent to an energy consumption of 85 kWh for every 100 kilometers traveled. The performance was achieved even with the vehicle operating under conditions considered adverse.
The second indicator presented by the manufacturer was the range recorded on each full charge. The electric truck achieved up to 510 kilometers before the need for recharging, maintaining performance even under full load.
Weight Carried And Emissions Reduction During The Journey
During the journey, the electric truck carried a declared weight of 39.5 tons. This factor was considered relevant by the manufacturer to demonstrate that the test was not a simulation with reduced load.
According to the calculations presented by Mercedes-Benz Trucks, the eActros 600 was powered exclusively by electricity from renewable sources. The use of this type of energy made it possible to avoid emissions equivalent to 1.22 kg of CO2 per mile compared to a diesel truck.
Throughout the entire route, the total emissions reduction reached 1,042 kg of CO2. According to the company, this volume corresponds to over three years of the carbon footprint associated with the electricity consumption of an average household in the United Kingdom.
Driver Experience During The Electric Truck Test
The first segment of the journey was driven by Ali Colquhoun, who highlighted the experience of driving the electric truck. According to him, the vehicle provided consistent power and smooth handling from the first kilometer.
The driver stated that the team felt they were not just testing a truck but demonstrating a concrete possibility for the future of road transport. The experience reinforced the intent to demonstrate practical feasibility for long distances.
Nick Ford, head of communications at Daimler Truck UK, stated that the eActros 600 was designed to show that emission-free journeys are not just a distant goal. For him, the completed route represents a milestone for the entire industry.
Battery Technology And Recharging Infrastructure Of The eActros 600
The Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 electric truck has a reference range of over 500 kilometers with a full load. The vehicle uses an LFP-type battery with a total capacity of 600 kWh.
The manufacturer also emphasized the focus on the MCS rapid charging system, which stands for Multi-Center Charging System. This system promises to allow charging from 20% to 80% in about 25 minutes when the appropriate infrastructure is available.
The company notes that charging time remains one of the main challenges for electric trucks. According to Mercedes-Benz Trucks, the development of adequate infrastructure will be essential to expand the use of these vehicles in long-distance transport.
Journey Also Highlighted A Social Initiative Linked To The Transport Sector
During the challenge, Mercedes-Benz Trucks also sought to raise awareness for Globe Truckers UK. The charity supports injured drivers and promotes physical and mental health in the transport sector.
The CEO of the organization, Andy Tustian, thanked the initiative and highlighted the national visibility achieved throughout the journey. The organization followed the course of the electric truck from start to finish.
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