Following successful in-service trials with operators in Germany and the Netherlands, the new Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) offers full-electric, emissions-free operation on 4x2 tractor and 6x2 rigid models in full UK, right-hand-drive specification.
Equipped with the latest generation LFP (Lithium Ferro (iron) Phosphate) battery technology, the CF Electric delivers significant operational benefits over its previous battery pack installation, including a single-charge range of up to 220km and a weight reduction of 700kg. The new battery pack delivers 350kWh (315kWh effective capacity) and is capable of full recharge in 75 minutes when connected to a 250kW charging station. Incorporating a full recharge into a drivers’ mandatory break will likely provide the CF Electric with full-day operational capability on urban distribution work.
The DAF CF Electric made its UK debut at the 2019 CV Show, where a 4x2 tractor unit was exhibited on loan from Dutch operator, Simon Loos. The BEV has gone on to deliver trials with, among others, supermarket chains Albert Heijn and Jumbo. A number of CF Electric 6x2 rigids fitted with refuse collection bodies have also been operating in the Netherlands, and proving ideally suited to waste collection duties. The 6x2 rigid chassis is, of course, also aimed squarely at the urban distribution sector.
The DAF CF Electric 6x2 rigid features DAF’s ‘FAN’ axle configuration comprising a steer, drive and lifting rear-steer tag-axle, with DAF’s Electro-Hydraulic Steering (EHS) system on the rearmost axle to assist manoeuvrability. The CF Electric 4x2 tractor unit at 37-tonnes GCW provides emissions-free solutions for a range of inter-urban truck-and-trailer applications, while the 6x2 rigid is expected to appeal primarily to waste collection and city distribution operations.
DAF Trucks is accompanying sales of the new CF Electric with a dedicated support programme to ensure operators maximise BEV efficiencies, including pre-sale advanced route simulation, and practical advice on ‘smart’ and efficient battery recharging.
SELECTED TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DAF CF Electric ‘FT’ tractor
Chassis: 4x2
Wheelbase: 380cm
Weight tractor: 9,000 kg
Electric motor: 210 kW
Torque: 2000 Nm
Battery capacity: 350 kWh (315 effective capacity)
Range fully charged vehicle: up to 220 km
Quick-charge batteries: 75 minutes (at 250 kW)
DAF CF Electric ‘FAN’ rigid
Chassis: 6x2, trailing axle
Wheelbase: 380/420/460/480cm
Weight rigid: 10,200 kg
Electric motor: 210 kW
Torque: 2,000 Nm
Battery capacity: 350 kWh (315 effective capacity)
Range fully charged vehicle: up to 220 km
Quick-charge batteries: 75 minutes (at 250 kW)