Zeus Electric Chassis designs and manufactures an all-electric Class-5 work truck chassis with an 800-volt system and a payload capacity of 9,000 pounds, enabling efficient integration of various upfit solutions for medium-duty applications. This platform reduces operating costs and emissions while allowing fleets to utilize existing equipment, addressing the need for sustainable and versatile commercial vehicles.
Funding
$8.9M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Medium-duty commercial fleets face increasing pressure to reduce operating costs and emissions while maintaining versatility across various applications. Integrating electric vehicle technology into existing fleets can be challenging due to the need for specialized chassis that accommodate diverse upfit solutions.
Solution
Zeus Electric Chassis designs and manufactures the Z-19, an all-electric Class 5 work truck chassis engineered for seamless integration with existing OEM bodies and tools. The chassis features an 800-volt system and a modular design, enabling efficient power delivery and faster charging times. With a payload capacity exceeding 9,000 lbs and a robust e-axle system, the Z-19 supports a wide range of medium-duty applications, including bucket trucks, box trucks, and mobile service vehicles. The "clean and clear" frame design simplifies the upfitting process, while the advanced software architecture and power control interface facilitate the operation of third-party equipment.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes medium-duty commercial fleets seeking to electrify their operations, as well as OEM body partners, system integrators, and upfitters looking for a versatile and reliable electric chassis solution.
Features
- 800-volt electrical system for increased efficiency and faster charging
- Modular c-channel frame design with clean and clear rails for easy upfitting
- Over 9,000 lbs payload capacity
- Fully integrated eAxle with over 350 hp and 11,175 ft-lb of torque
- 140 kWh battery capacity with a nominal range of 150 miles
- Level 2 and DC fast charging capabilities
- Customizable upfit switches integrated with a 12.3” digital gauge cluster
- Power Control Interface with high and low voltage power access through a dedicated API
- Available in 84" CA and 108" CA chassis configurations