Malcolm Logistics has added a second battery-electric MAN eTGX tractor unit to its fleet, with the new vehicle set to go on display at RTX Scotland at the SEC Glasgow on 18–19 November.
The 4×2 tractor marks another step in the Scottish operator’s investment in electric heavy goods vehicles, following the delivery of its first MAN eTGX in May.
The new eTGX 20.544 BL SA EB is powered by a permanently excited synchronous electric motor producing 400kW (544PS) and 1,250Nm of torque. It has a total installed battery capacity of 480kWh, supplied by six 80kWh battery packs mounted on the chassis.
The electric drivetrain incorporates a central drive unit and a four-speed MAN TipMatic automated transmission, driving the rear axle. The truck supports DC charging at up to 375kW, with CCS charging connections fitted on both sides at the front of the vehicle.
The tractor has a 3,750mm wheelbase, a 9,000kg front axle and an 11,500kg rear axle. Its gross combination weight is rated at 42 tonnes, in line with UK regulations. It features leaf-spring front suspension and rear air suspension.
Andrew Malcolm, managing director of The Malcolm Group, said: “We were thrilled to be asked if we would like to showcase one of our new MAN eTGXs at the RTX Scotland show. As the second battery-powered eTGX to join the logistics fleet, we’ve already seen what it can do. It is, without a doubt, an impressive piece of kit.”
He added: “Delivered in May, the first vehicle is not only impressing us with its range, ease of use and driver acceptance, but it’s also demonstrating our desire and commitment to delivering a cleaner, greener logistics service to our customers.”
Jan Kollmeier, managing director of MAN Truck & Bus UK, said: “It’s always an honour to showcase a customer vehicle on a show stand, and we’d like to thank Andrew and the entire team at Malcolm Logistics for the loan of this vehicle.”
You can register here for free to attend RTX Scotland.
