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Class 8 regional-haul electric tractor · 4W · Launched 2022
USD 400,000+ (US)
≈ ₹3.30 Cr (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
240 km
Battery
440 kWh
Top speed
105 km/h
Charge
4 hr
Power
670 bhp
Seats
2
Kenworth's Class 8 BEV under Paccar group. Launched in 2022 — not officially sold globally. USD 400,000+. 150 mi (240 km) on 440 kWh pack. PACCAR ePowertrain (twin to Peterbilt 579EV). Used in West Coast drayage, port operations.
Best for
US port drayage and regional-haul fleets with depot charging
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Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Kenworth Truck Company (Paccar) in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Range deficit vs Volvo VNR and Freightliner eCascadia
Reported in earlier models — Kenworth Truck Company (Paccar) has released fixes for newer batches.
Range drops during heavy tillage operations vs claimed runtime
Reported in earlier models — Kenworth Truck Company (Paccar) has released fixes for newer batches.
Battery thermal limits trigger derate during continuous PTO use
Reported in earlier models — Kenworth Truck Company (Paccar) has released fixes for newer batches.
Operator panel firmware updates change feel after service
Reported in earlier models — Kenworth Truck Company (Paccar) has released fixes for newer batches.
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| Battery capacity | 440 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 240 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 4 hours |
| Fast charge | 0-100% in 3 hr (250kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 5 years / 8,00,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
| Top speed | 105 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 670 bhp |
| Torque | 2400 Nm |
| Motor type | PACCAR ePowertrain |
| Drive type | 6x4 |
| Kerb weight | 11500 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 175 mm |
| Boot space | — |
| Seating | 2 seats |
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Kenworth Truck Company (Paccar) T680E
USD 400,000+ (US)
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The Kenworth Truck Company (Paccar) T680E scores 6.8/10 overall. Best suited for: US port drayage and regional-haul fleets with depot charging. Key strength: kenworth premium cab heritage. Main consideration: not sold globally.
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