XCMG Brazil Launches First 100% Electric Water Truck

XCMG Brazil has launched the first 100% electric water truck, featuring capacities of 25,000 and 50,000 liters. Designed for various sectors, these trucks include advanced technologies such as a 1,000 liter per minute pump and joystick control. The initiative supports a transition toward sustainable transport solutions in mining, agriculture, and more.

XCMG Brazil has introduced the world’s first 100% electric water truck, designed to meet stringent technical standards for efficiency and safety. This unveiling featured two models, with capacities of 25,000 liters and 50,000 liters, the latter referred to as ‘Titan.’ The launch event was conducted in collaboration with Impacto Implementos e Máquinas in Jaú, São Paulo, which has provided maintenance and service equipment since 2004.

The electric water trucks are engineered for a variety of applications including water transportation, dust control, soil moistening, and fire control. Ricardo Senda, the Electric Manager, highlighted these features during the product presentation. These trucks are available in off-road and on-road variants, based on the XDR80TE and E7-29R truck platforms, making them suitable for sectors such as agriculture, mining, construction, forestry, and sanitation.

Significant technological advancements of these electric water trucks include a centrifugal pump with a flow rate of 1,000 liters per minute, joystick control with a range of up to 50 meters, and an electronic system for electropneumatic actuation of the spreaders. Additional features include transverse and longitudinal wave breakers for enhanced stability, a rear spreader for soil moistening and dust control, as well as side spreaders for dust and fire management.

XCMG Brazil’s launch of the 100% electric water truck represents a significant innovation in the field, addressing efficiency and operational safety. The introduction of models like the ‘Titan’ caters to various industries, enhancing functions such as dust control and fire management. These technological advancements signal a progressive step towards sustainable solutions in transportation and construction-related activities.

Original Source: im-mining.com