Agrii, the agricultural distributor, has taken delivery of its first all-electric heavy goods vehicle, a Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 LS ProCabin Stream 4×2.
Supplied by Midlands Truck & Van, the new truck was selected after an extensive evaluation programme, including trials under full load on Agrii’s regular routes.
According to Agrii, with its range of more than 500 km, the eActros 600 was the only electric HGV capable of completing its demanding 460 km nightly round trip between a central distribution centre and network of depots on a single charge, with energy to spare.
Based on a typical annual mileage of 60,000 km, the eActros 600 is expected to reduce Agrii’s carbon emissions by about 59 tonnes each year.
In addition, its all-electric powertrain brings operational advantages, particularly during night-time deliveries to rural areas where reduced noise helps minimise disturbance to local communities.
The vehicle was wrapped by Finch signs using Metamark Metaglide vinyl for a durable finish.
Richard Pinnock, Agrii’s National Distribution Manager, said, “It’s almost unnatural to think a truck that size can be electric and achieve such a distance on one charge.
“Sustainability is an important issue for the agricultural sector, and adopting our first electric HGV is a crucial step in reducing our environmental impact.”
Heiko Selzam, Managing Director of Daimler Truck UK, added, “Agrii’s adoption of the eActros 600 shows that electric long-haul transport is ready for real-world operations.
“With its 500 km+ range and proven capability, the eActros 600 enables forward-thinking operators like Agrii to meet sustainability targets without compromising on productivity.”
