DAF CF Electric
Extended e-range
Fully electric driving with a range of 200 kilometres
DAF leads the way in fully electric driving
The latest CF Electric is the third generation of DAF’s fully electric truck, with an operating range that extends to 200 km*. Our three-axle rigid and two-axle tractor configurations are based on the award-winning CF. Their powerful e-motor, high-performance battery pack and fast charging time make them ideal for high-payload distribution in urban areas. And with zero emissions and low noise, the CF Electric meets the most demanding environmental regulations and business needs.
Proven e-technology
The intelligent powertrain of the DAF CF Electric is based on tried and tested e-technology; a field in which DAF is a leading global innovator. It’s a proven approach that provides the perfect balance between power, performance and energy efficiency.
Power right from the start
The heart of the driveline is a 210 kW (240 kW peak) e-motor that delivers a continuous torque of 2.000 Nm with a peak of 3.600 Nm. This makes the motor ideal for high-payload distribution applications. As the motor is electric, the high torque is available from standstill – which makes it a great driving experience.
High-performance battery pack
The e-motor is powered by a 600 V battery pack designed to achieve the perfect balance between weight, volume, lifetime and charging speed. Incorporating the most robust batteries on the market, this temperature-conditioned battery pack ensures high performance irrespective of the external temperature. It has a total useable capacity of 315 kWh, giving the CF Electric an extended range of 200 km*. The CF Electric tractor unit has a gross combination weight of up to 37 tonnes. Applying the latest battery technology also results in a 700 kg weight saving, which directly benefits the payload.This makes the CF Electric perfect for city operation and shuttle services.
Expanding the Electric range
With this third generation of electric trucks, DAF introduces its three-axle configuration FAN with electric driveline. It uses the same technology as the tractor unit that has already been driven hundreds of thousands of kilometres by many customers. This new configuration can be used in multiple applications from waste collection to distribution, another perfect solution for zero-emission transport.
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There is more to achieving zero-emission transport than
purchasing an electric truck. To achieve a successful
zero-emission transport solution, DAF has developed
advanced route-analysis and simulation tools. Experienced
DAF sales consultants use these tools to map a
zero-emission transport task based on various DAF E-truck
configurations and charging equipment specifications. They
explore alternative technical solutions, provide clear insight
into the implications of these solutions, and determine the
optimal solution for a zero-emission transport assignment.
Throughout all these steps we closely collaborate
with our customers.
Electric truck service
An electric truck requires different servicing than traditional trucks. The DAF dealer has the most up-to-date knowledge along with specialists who are fully trained and certified to keep your trucks on the road.
Latest battery technology
You don't see it. Nevertheless, the DAF CF Electric is equipped with one of the biggest innovations in the electric truck technology in recent years: the LFP battery. LFP stands for Lithium, Ferro (iron) and Phosphate, referring to the three main components of this power source.
DAF Trucks is the first major OEM to use this type of power unit in its trucks, after lengthy tests and extensive research, of course. LFP batteries have three enormous advantages over the existing cobalt and magnesium containing batteries: they are completely 'Cobalt Free', 'Cell to Pack' and extremely safe.
Cobalt Free
Cobalt is frequently considered an essential raw material for batteries. However, not only is the stock of cobalt finite, its mining industry is not regarded as sustainable. A good reason for DAF to look for an alternative that eliminates both disadvantages. And the LFP meets that requirement, making the CF Electric an even more green truck.
Cell to Pack
Furthermore, the battery is 'Cell to Pack'. This means that individual battery cells can be stacked and that no intermediate buffering modules are required. This increases the energy density per liter enormously. And that is reflected in the range of the new CF Electric. Although the size of the battery pack remained almost the same, the range of the third generation CF Electric doubled compared to its predecessor; from over 100 to over 200 kilometers on one charge.
Highest safety
A final important advantage over other regular battery chemistries is the thermal and chemical stability of a LFP power source. The lithium, iron and phosphate composition not only improves battery resistance for overheating, it also eliminates the so-called thermal runaway – a chain reaction within a battery pack. As a result, by mounting LFP batteries the possibility of a spontaneous ignition is reduced to zero, further enhancing the CF Electric safety standards.
‘An important step forward’
“With its increased range, the new CF Electric strengthens our position at the forefront of electric road transport. This truck has been developed in response to the rising demand for better air quality in our cities and lower CO2 emissions. 500 fully electric kilometres per day is something transporter operators can really work with.”
Ron Borsboom,
Executive Director DAF Product Development.
