Many people were disappointed when Tesla unveiled the Cybertruck. Soon after it was revealed to the media, the unusual yet odd-looking electric pickup became a meme template.
Tesla Cybertruck production is expected to begin in mid-2023.
However, it appears that China has an answer to Tesla’s electric pickup, which is not only more visually appealing but will also likely enter production ahead of the Cybertruck.
Sany, a large Chinese truck and construction equipment manufacturer, plans to enter the electric pickup truck market.
Images obtained from China’s patent office show a macho machine with a massive front, a low roof, and a short bed. Over the bonnet, fender cladding extends, with LED light bars underneath.
The tyres are massive, similar to armoured vehicles, and the pickup truck has plenty of ground clearance. The black cladding around the arches and bumper makes the vehicle stand out.
Other features include front and rear cameras, handlebars attached to the C-pillar, a shark fin antenna, flush door handles, and a tow hook. The pickup truck will be available in two door and four door versions.
There is currently no information on what will be under the skin, but Sany has been producing heavy duty electric trucks and tractors for a long time and has a large inventory.
The Jingshan EV550, for example, is their heaviest tractor trailer, with a 423 kWh battery, peak power of 405kW (543hp), massive 2,400Nm torque, and a range of 240 kilometers.
The load carrying capacity is in excess of 100 tonnes.
The Jiangshan EV-550 can handle various complex road conditions calmly, with a maximum climbing angle of 30% and an acceleration time of less than 4 seconds!
Behind the cabin is the battery pack. There are two charging options: a fast charge with dual charging ports that takes 40 minutes (20-80%) or a battery swap that takes only 5 minutes. The total cost of ownership for electric heavy trucks is said to be 70% less than the fuel consumption cost of comparable vehicles powered by conventional gasoline.
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