At the IAA 2024, MAN Truck & Bus presented the new MAN eTGL, an electrically powered 12-tonne truck designed for light distribution transport.
MAN Truck Portfolio Now Fully Electric from 12 to 42 Tonnes
The eTGL rounded off MAN‘s electric truck portfolio, offering a range of up to 235 kilometres, fast charging in around 30 minutes, and a payload of up to 6,600 kilograms, depending on the body. It was showcased as an ideal solution for quiet, locally CO2-free urban logistics, suitable for industries like food chains, retailers, and the catering sector. Together with the eTGS and eTGX, MAN now offers the entire total weight portfolio from twelve to 42 tonnes fully electrically with the new eTGL.
The comparatively low range requirements for urban distribution, combined with the availability of depot charging at logistics hubs and increasing restrictions on noise and emissions in city centres, were highlighted as key drivers for the switch to electromobility. MAN viewed this urban distribution sector as an important starting point for adopting electric vehicles.
‘With the new eTGL, MAN is becoming a true full-range provider in the field of electromobility. From night-time supermarket deliveries to heavy-duty long-distance transport, MAN offers transport companies zero-emission drives from a single source. The approximately 2000 orders and order enquiries for our eTGX and eTGS already show that our modular battery concept for individual deployment, body and range requirements meets the needs of our customers. With its high payload, short charging times and optimum range for urban logistics, the eTGL perfectly rounds off our eTruck portfolio,’ said Alexander Vlaskamp, CEO of MAN Truck & Bus, at the presentation of the new lightweight electric distribution truck.
The MAN eTGL was built on the established 12-tonne diesel model, incorporating the same technical components as its heavier electric counterparts, the eTGS and eTGX : the two battery packs, developed specifically by MAN for commercial vehicle use, and produced at its Nuremberg plant. These battery packs were mounted on the left and right sides of the frame, providing a usable capacity of 160 kWh. Charging was facilitated via a CCS connection with up to 250 kW, allowing an efficient charge time of around 30 minutes from 10 per cent to 80 per cent state of charge (SoC).
The eTGL’s drive unit, comprising an electric motor and a two-speed gearbox, was centrally located in the frame. It delivered 285 hp or 210 kW of power to the rear axle via a cardan shaft. With a wheelbase of 4,500 mm, the truck was designed for excellent manoeuvrability in urban environments. Body lengths of 6,200 to 7,300 mm, typical for lightweight tarpaulin bodies and dry freight trailers, could be fitted to the chassis. Inside the day cab, drivers enjoyed the same comfort as in the diesel version, with an ergonomically designed low entrance for frequent entry and exit. Numerous storage compartments, along with easy access to charging points for devices, enhanced driver convenience. The central 12.3-inch fully digital display provided key information such as battery charge status, range, current energy consumption, and recuperation, alongside the standard driving data.
Similar to the eTGX and eTGS models, customers purchasing the eTGL were offered 360-degree e-mobility consulting services. This included personalised analyses of vehicle deployment and the necessary charging infrastructure to help smooth the transition to electromobility.
