Allison electric axles to feature at Bauma 2022

Propulsion solution specialist Allison Transmission will show a new range of fully electric axles for construction trucks in Munich this year, the company has said.

The eGen Power range is a drop-in solution that will be compatible with many existing truck chassis, including tipper trucks, concrete mixers and heavy-duty tractors.

The axles feature fully-integrated electric motors, a two-speed gearbox, integrated oil cooler and pump, promising enhanced efficiency and performance. It is also compatible with battery electric, fuel cell electric and hybrid vehicles.

Designed to boost the performance, acceleration and manoeuvrability of heavy trucks, the 13 tonne variant eGen Power 130D is available in the European and Asia Pacific markets. It boasts a continuous output of 454kW and a peak output power of 652 kW, making it, says Allison, one of the most powerful electric axles on the market.

Visitors to the Allison stand can explore the new eGen Power axles via an interactive augmented reality experience, which will include a 360-degree view of each external and internal components.