The problem with EV tow vehicles

[Tuesdak]

This whole problem could be solved by

 

[AH64ID]

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Show me an EV that can tow this round trip 100 miles on dirt up 6-8% grade, 4wd, 4Lo, etc... up to 2.5K payload with 13.5K of trailer, not even a sweat for a Cummins… but a EV!?

I am sure there is a use for them, but not in my lifestyle.

 

[CBari]

Show me an EV that can tow this round trip 100 miles on dirt up 6-8% grade, 4wd, 4Lo, etc... up to 2.5K payload with 13.5K of trailer, not even a sweat for a Cummins… but a EV!?

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I am sure there is a use for them, but not in my lifestyle.

The way I understand it the EV can do all of your requirements with ease, but the 100 miles in that situation would make it impossible. The torque from the electric vehicles can be unreal, but all of it comes at a cost which is greater power consumption.

 

[AH64ID]

The way I understand it the EV can do all of your requirements with ease, but the 100 miles in that situation would make it impossible. The torque from the electric vehicles can be unreal, but all of it comes at a cost which is greater power consumption.

I haven't seen one with the payload, let alone the range. So I am not sure about the ease part, especially when you consider the sheer weight of an EV system that could handle a GVWR/GCWR required for a 3500. The capacity of SRW tires will be maxed out quick.

 

[Darkbloodmon]

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We've got a dedicated EV charging F-250 6.7 Power Stroke at our AAA yard, It's most likely a dual alternator configuration, it has a very..... large battery pack/inverter/generator in the bed.

 

[GCroyle]

We've got a dedicated EV charging F-250 6.7 Power Stroke at our AAA yard, It's most likely a dual alternator configuration, it has a very..... large battery pack/inverter/generator in the bed.

Is that a specialized rig for roadside charging of a dead EV?

 

[bcbender]

I haven't seen one with the payload, let alone the range. So I am not sure about the ease part,

I heard that crossbred chevy avalanche with a prius "new silverado" has a 20k tow rating.....

 

[AH64ID]

We've got a dedicated EV charging F-250 6.7 Power Stroke at our AAA yard, It's most likely a dual alternator configuration, it has a very..... large battery pack/inverter/generator in the bed.

It’s impressive how much power a dual alternator setup can put out. The 440A dual setup I have can put out 404A at 1500 rpms (max with CC buttons) at 75° and 345A at 200°F. That can power a 4000W inverter without depleting the batteries.

I’d be curious about the setup in the AAA truck.

 

[Ozymandias]

It’s impressive how much power a dual alternator setup can put out. The 440A dual setup I have can put out 404A at 1500 rpms (max with CC buttons) at 75° and 345A at 200°F. That can power a 4000W inverter without depleting the batteries.

I’d be curious about the setup in the AAA truck.

So all of a sudden you can have a dual induction stove top in your camper and run it just like you want.

 

[AH64ID]

So all of a sudden you can have a dual induction stove top in your camper and run it just like you want.

Remote start generator

At idle it’s still 270-340 amps, depending on alternator temp.

 

[Ozymandias]

Remote start generator

At idle it’s still 270-340 amps, depending on alternator temp.

And way less noise then these industrial bangers with 95db that are all-over the place. Hate them.

 

[Jim W]

This could be the answer to everyone's EV trucks complaints. The payload of this truck will allow any trailer on the road today to be pulled with all of your toys.
The truck uses a diesel engine to drive the electric motors at the wheels. Similar to the Hybrids.
794 AC Mining Truck / Haul Truck | Cat | Caterpillar
But it might not fit on the interstate very well!

 

[kthaxton]

Are there really any consumer electric "tow" vehicles available yet?

 

[AH64ID]

This could be the answer to everyone's EV trucks complaints. The payload of this truck will allow any trailer on the road today to be pulled with all of your toys.
The truck uses a diesel engine to drive the electric motors at the wheels. Similar to the Hybrids.
794 AC Mining Truck / Haul Truck | Cat | Caterpillar
But it might not fit on the interstate very well!

Perfect!

I personally think that diesel-electric would be the way to
go for towing. A small battery pack at most.

Then again I’ve thought hybrids should be diesel for years.

 

[Darkbloodmon]

Is that a specialized rig for roadside charging of a dead EV?

Exactly that, Still does all light service work (tire changes, lockouts, battery sales, etc), but it is the EV charge vehicle.

 

[Darkbloodmon]

I’d be curious about the setup in the AAA truck.

I'll ask and see if I can get some pictures.

 

[GCroyle]

Exactly that, Still does all light service work (tire changes, lockouts, battery sales, etc), but it is the EV charge vehicle.

Any chance for a pic that shows anything interesting for EV charge system to average Joe?

 

[Tuesdak]

Perfect!

I personally think that diesel-electric would be the way to
go for towing. A small battery pack at most.

Then again I’ve thought hybrids should be diesel for years.

With a forklift, or small crane, I can swap out generators depending on what fuel source is available.

Is 12KW enough? Pre Emissions air cooled IDI Cummins Onan generators. No Turbo ( Keep the earplugs handy! )

How about 15KW in Gasoline or Propane?

 

[Ozymandias]

Your neighbors will love you when you run that unmuffled beast...

 

[Darkbloodmon]

Any chance for a pic that shows anything interesting for EV charge system to average Joe?

looking for something specific?