The Kenworth T680E battery-electric truck is a fully zero-emission offering for the North American market beginning in late 2025.
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The next-generation T680E battery-electric truck
The T680E battery-electric truck expands Kenworth’s lineup of powertrain offerings. The truck features advancements in battery-electric technology, an enhanced exterior design, and new in-cab technology.
The latest T680E features a brand-new PACCAR-integrated ePowertrain system that delivers between 365-470 hp continuous power and up to 605 hp peak with 1,850 lb.-ft. of torque. According to Joe Adams, Kenworth’s chief engineer, the central drive eMotor and updated vehicle architecture allow for increased battery capacity, charging speeds, wheelbase flexibility, and drivability that delivers on the promise of The Driver’s Truck.
The T680E offers three battery-string configurations, allowing for customizable range, horsepower ratings, and vehicle weight to fit custom requirements. The largest battery configuration features a 500 kWh battery pack that delivers 200+ miles of range and is offered up to 82,000 lb. gross vehicle weight ratings. The T680E uses a CCS1 DC fast charger, and with an industry-leading 350 kWh peak charge rate, the T680E can charge up to 90 percent in approximately two hours.
The Next Generation T680E is designed for short and regional-haul, LTL, and drayage operations. It is available as a day cab as either a tractor or straight truck in a 6×4 axle configuration.
The T680E also has a complete exterior redesign, incorporating aerodynamic refinements. Standard LED headlights with blue accents complement the blue Kenworth badge — a signature of all Kenworth zero-emission vehicles.
Inside the cab, an upgraded digital interface provides drivers with BEV-specific insights into range, regenerative braking, and performance. Additionally, Kenworth’s new DriverConnect display integrates a 15-inch digital touchscreen to enhance the operation of the battery-electric truck. The T680E is also offered with Kenworth ADAS packages for customers interested in DigitalVision Mirrors, Bendix Fusion, and Lane Keeping Assist.
Haygood added, “Our engineering team has worked diligently over the past several years to develop a PACCAR integrated battery-electric platform from the ground up. This strategic approach enables us to provide a truck and a powertrain for every job that effectively meets customer needs based on range, performance, reliability, and ease of service.”
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