Volvo FH Electric

The Volvo FH Electric is a flexible heavy-duty truck with high payload capabilities, great for city-to-city deliveries, construction site haulage, and long-range assignments. It’s powerful, yet energy-efficient, produces zero tailpipe emissions, and can be charged fast. Plus with smooth handling and high power take-off outputs it’s suitable for a wide range of applications from tipper bodies to refrigeration units.

A cleaner today and tomorrow

With emissions and noise regulations tightening, the need for real CO₂ reductions is already here. Since 2019, we’ve supported transport operators in adding electric trucks to their fleets—or transitioning fully—with confidence. From selecting the right truck to comprehensive service contracts and connected digital services, we deliver solutions designed to integrate seamlessly into the way you already operate.

Fast charging capabilities

With up to 350 kW charging power at below 750 V, the Volvo FH Electric can be charged from 20% to 80% in around 65 minutes, which is great for depot charging or planned stops.

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Reliable power

Cost-effective and designed for easy installation, the transmission power take-off (PTO) can run while the truck is charging, which is great for applications like mixers that need to constantly run. It’s clutch-independent and limits the need for an electro-mechanical PTO in many applications. For road-building sites that means vehicles can be driven slowly while distributing gravel.

Energy efficient for high productivity

The energy storage system on the Volvo FH Electric comes with long-lasting batteries with a potential lifespan of up to ten years. They’re optimised for the battery monitoring system that gives accurate indications when the battery is low – plus with onboard energy of up to 540 kWh you’ll get the necessary power for a wide range of applications.

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Optimised for electric

The Volvo FH Electric is equipped with a powerful and energy-efficient electric drive unit. With a twin engine developed with powershift, you get low energy consumption, smooth acceleration, seamless gear shifting, and minimised performance losses. It also maximises the recuperated energy, ensuring maximum range and energy efficiency.

Electric drive unit
ePTO
Batteries

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All in one unit

The Volvo FH Electric has a powerful and energy-efficient drive unit that integrates the driveline, power electronics, and transmission. With two electric motors and an eight speed transmission with powershift, you get seamless gear shifting and smoother acceleration.

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Power, made useful

Developed for a range of applications the electrical power take-off (ePTO) delivers reliable electric power with easy body builder access, making integration simple and efficient.

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Long-lasting energy

With flexible battery configurations, the energy-efficient system delivers up to 540 kWh of onboard energy, with up to 460 kWh available for use.

Smooth, safe, and intuitive

Advanced drivability features work together to give you precise control at low speeds, confident traction in demanding conditions, and responsive performance when you need it.

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One-pedal driving

Great for in the city or on the highway, one-pedal driving offers stronger retardation power and the possibility to select a suitable retardation level for a smoother ride.

Auto Go 

Keeps the vehicle moving at a set minimum speed, which is perfect for tippers driving at low speeds.  At a standstill, when the brake pedal is released the truck will start to move at a speed of 1,5km/h.

Change Direction

Faster and smoother transition from forward to reverse, with direction changes possible of up to 30 km/h – ideal for tight maneuverability on construction sites.

Active Grip Control

Excellent traction grip and startability on surfaces like ice or building site gravel.

Tailor your next truck

Customise and design your Volvo FH Electric to get the ideal truck that perfectly aligns with your requirements.

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Volvo FH Electric specifications

Properties	Volvo FH Electric
Axle Configurations	Tractor: 4×2, 6×2, 6x4 Rigid: 4×2, 6×2, 6×4, 8×2, 8×4  All axles are air suspended
Cab	Low day cab, Day cab, Low sleeper cab, Sleeper cab, Globetrotter cab, Globetrotter XL cab
Gross Combination Weight	Up to 65 tonnes
Battery capacity	360–540 kWh, 4-6 batteries
Range	Up to 470 km
Charging time	CCS: 350 kW 20%-80% 65 min
Driveline	2 EM, 5 different levels
Performance	300,350,400,470 & 540kW
Applications	Suitability for body-work. 2 PTO:s (electrical (3 levels 30/60/90kW), transmission + Clutch independent)
Usable battery energy	460 kWh

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We don’t just build trucks

We’ve created electric service solutions specifically designed to address your range, uptime, and charging concerns – from full coverage service contracts to tools that simulate the transport assignment of your electric truck. Plus, you can get access to range and energy prediction tools and a network of growing and reliable public charging locations. 

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