Hyundai
Hyundai Xcient Fuel Cell
The Hyundai Xcient Fuel Cell is a heavy-duty commercial truck powered by a fuel cell electric drivetrain. It has a driving range of up to 400 km* on a single charge with zero emissions. Suitable for long-haul transport applications, it can carry up to 36 tonnes and has a maximum speed of 85 km/h.
KEY FEATURES
Long driving range of up to 400 km per charge provides a reliable solution for long-haul transport, reducing the need for frequent refueling.*
Description
The Hyundai Xcient Fuel Cell (also known as the Hyundai Xcient Hydrogen Truck) is a heavy-duty commercial truck powered by a fuel cell electric drivetrain. It is one of the world's first mass-produced hydrogen fuel cell trucks.
The Xcient Fuel Cell has a driving range of up to 400 km (approximately 250 miles) on a single charge, making it suitable for regional and long-haul transport applications. It can carry a payload of up to 36 tonnes and has a maximum speed of 85 km/h (approximately 53 mph).
The fuel cell system in the Xcient Fuel Cell consists of a hydrogen storage tank, a fuel cell stack, and a battery. The hydrogen is stored in high-pressure tanks and is combined with oxygen from the air to produce electricity through a chemical reaction in the fuel cell stack. The electricity then powers the truck's electric motors, with the battery providing additional power when needed.
The Xcient Fuel Cell is part of Hyundai's wider strategy to promote sustainable transportation solutions, with a goal to sell 1,600 fuel cell electric trucks by 2025. By using hydrogen as a fuel, the Xcient Fuel Cell offers a zero-emissions alternative to traditional diesel-powered trucks, with the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality in urban areas.
Easy Fueling
XCIENT Fuel Cell can be charged within 8-20 minutes* per single charge.
The New Zealand Government backed refuelling network being constructed by Hiringa Energy has experienced some international supply chain delays due to COVID, this has impacted the shipping of critical hydrogen equipment from the UK and Europe. Whilst the construction and delivery of the equipment is being expedited daily the project has experienced a delay from the originally planned open date, the first station is now expected to come online in Q1 2023.
*Based on 350 bar tank pressure and a commercial refueller
*May change depending on outer tank temperature
Long Range
XCIENT Fuel Cell has a driving range of around 400 km per charge,
thereby providing the ideal solution for long-distance operations.
*Driving distance range around 400 km
*In the 4 x 2 rigid body configuration while towing (36tGCM)
*Depends on several conditions
FCEV powertrain technology
All eyes are on Hyundai’s fuel cell heavy-duty truck running on the road based on its technological strength. XCIENT Fuel Cell promises powerful driving on every road, just how trucks should be.
Fuel Cell System
The core device enables an electrochemical reaction of hydrogen and oxygen to produce electric energy.
*Max. power 180kW (90kW stack X 2)
High-Voltage Battery Pack
It supports the fuel cell system by storing or discharging electricity. The battery pack further allows recuperation during braking.
*Battery pack capacity 630V, 72KWH
Hydrogen Storage System
Seven equally-sized tanks for the maximum range at the lowest possible cost.
*Tank capacity 31kg H2 (available hydrogen amount at SOF 100%)
Driving Motor
Generates driving force from electric energy supplied from the stack and battery.
*Max. power 350kW
