Hyundai announces Mighty electric truck
Mighty electric truck with a 240km range is set to hit the market in mid 2023 and be sold directly by Hyundai Motor Company AustraliaHyundai Motor Company Australia will introduce the Mighty electric truck to its vehicle line-up in mid-2023.
A continuation of Hyundai’s range of alternately powered commercial vehicles, the Mighty electric truck follows on from the XCIENT Fuel Cell, the brand’s first-ever hydrogen-powered heavy truck, currently deployed in Switzerland and California, and which HMCA is studying for a potential trial in Australia.
Mighty electric has an estimated laden range of approximately 240km and will be marketed as the ideal zero-emission workhorse for metropolitan and last-mile deliveries.
Mighty electric’s 120kW, 320Nm traction motor is powered by a 114.5kWh battery system with rapid charging capability – 10 per cent to 100 per cent in under 70 minutes.
Hyundai says the Mighty electric will help drive an expansion in emissions-free commercial transport options by demonstrating its driveability and everyday practicality, while helping to reduce the carbon footprint of transport and logistics operations in Australia.
The arrival of this truck will mark another important step towards Hyundai Motor Company’s global ambition to be carbon neutral in products and operations by 2045.
“We are excited to announce Mighty electric truck for Australia as a key step in driving growth in emissions-free commercial vehicles,” said Hyundai Motor Company Australia Chief Executive Officer, Ted Lee.
“Mighty electric will bolster our growing EV line-up and underlines Hyundai’s continuing commitment to developing sustainable mobility solutions,” he said.
In addition to its efficient EV technology the Mighty electric represents the latest in cab tech, including comfort and convenience features such as a digital dash display, a multi-function steering wheel and a driver’s suspension seat.
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The Mighty electric comes with safety technology features including: Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (FCA), Lane Departure Warning System (LDW), Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Electronic Air Brake System (EBS).
From launch, the Mighty electric line-up will be available in a single 7300kg Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) variant, in 4x2 configuration with a 3300mm wheelbase.
Bare cab-chassis, tray or pantech (regular or refrigerated) versions will be offered for Australian customers, with a tipper variant also currently under study.
Mighty electric production for Australia is set to start in Q2 2023, with final specifications and pricing to be confirmed closer to launch.
Customers can register their interest in the Mighty electric here.
Hyundai Trucks Australia (Peninsula Hyundai Trucks & Bus) will continue to be the local importer of ICE (diesel) Hyundai commercial vehicles, while HMCA will import and distribute all future EV and hydrogen-powered trucks into the Australian market.
Key specifications:
Power: 120kW
Torque: 320Nm
Maximum Speed: 100km/h
Range (laden): 240km
Tare weight: 3250kg
GVM: 7300kg
Payload: 3050kg
Wheelbase: 3300mm
Length 6140mm
Width: 2100mm
Height: 2865mm
Turning Circle: 13.6m
Brakes: Drum
Actuation: Air brakes
Parking Brake: Spring
Suspension front: Multi-leaf springs / tapered leaf springs
Rear: Multi-leaf springs
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