Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. (FCCC) has launched the MT50e, its all-electric Class 5 walk-in van that meets the rigorous demands of last-mile delivery without sacrificing power or performance, the company said.
Serving as the latest addition to Daimler Trucks North America LLC’s (DTNA) overall electric vehicle portfolio, which includes the Freightliner branded battery-electric eCascadia and eM2, as well as Thomas Built Buses’ Jouley school bus, the MT50e provides a clean energy solution for last-mile deliveries and acts as a complement to the existing Class 8 and Class 5 offerings. This aligns with DTNA’s goal to exclusively offer carbon-neutral products by 2039.
The MT50e comes at a critical moment for the transportation industry as many fleets and operators look for alternatives to traditional fuel sources. Rising eCommerce sales act as a driving force behind the acceleration of the last-mile delivery industry, fueling the need for more efficient solutions. The MT50e’s range of 170 miles on a single charge and gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 19,000 pounds provide a comparable product to the existing, industry-leading MT products from FCCC. The MT50e is designed and built to the same body dimensions as the industry-leading gas and diesel MT, which allows existing bodies to be utilized with little change and easy integration into existing fleets.
“The MT50e is an innovative, problem-solving product that is the result of collaboration between FCCC and Daimler Trucks North America – and it is the new industry standard in a practical, powerful all-electric delivery vehicle,” said FCCC President and CEO Jeff Sather. “Our customers demand innovative products that are not only safe and reliable, but also clean. Our electric walk-in van helps our customers and company to have a positive impact on business, communities and the environment.”