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Chinese automaker BYD made a surprise debut of its flagship large electric truck model, the 'ETT 44', at the opening of 'IAA Transportation 2026' in Hannover, Germany. Targeting Europe's green commercial vehicle market, this model offers a maximum driving range of up to 600km and features a core capability: 1.5-megawatt (MW) class ultra-fast charging technology.
The ETT 44 is a 4×2 large tractor capable of transporting cargo with a total weight of up to 44 tons.It is based on an 851V voltage architecture and is equipped with BYD Blade batteries with a capacity of 651kWh. The powertrain delivers a rated output of 743 horsepower (PS) and a maximum output of up to 1,000 horsepower. The battery warranty covers 10 years or 1.2 million kilometers.
In terms of charging performance, the vehicle is equipped with an ultra-fast system designed to maximize commercial vehicle uptime. When using a standard CCS2 direct current (DC) charger, it takes approximately one hour to charge from 20% to 80% at a maximum rate of 420kW. However, by utilizing BYD's Megawatt Charging System (MCS), the truck can receive over 1.5MW of power and complete the same charging segment in about 20 minutes, gaining an additional driving range of approximately 400km in the process.
The biggest differentiator for the ETT 44, which will compete with global commercial vehicle giants such as Daimler Truck (eActros 600), Volvo (FH Electric), Scania, and MAN in the European market, lies in its establishment of an independent 'integrated ecosystem.' BYD is not merely offering vehicles but presenting a comprehensive package that includes Blade batteries, megawatt chargers, energy storage systems (ESS), energy management, and financial services. Unlike existing manufacturers that must rely on third-party partnerships for infrastructure development, the ETT 44 can secure both vehicles and ultra-fast charging infrastructure simultaneously, positioning it as a potential game-changer in the market.
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