TR Group Introduces Hydrogen Prime Mover to New Zealand Rental Fleet
Key Ideas
  • TR Group in New Zealand adds a 50-tonne hydrogen prime mover to its rental fleet, converted by local experts GBV.
  • The DAF CF 530 model features two Toyota 85kW fuel cells, a 124kWh battery system, and 52kg of hydrogen storage for a 450-500km range.
  • The fleet of 20 hydrogen trucks is part of a government-supported program and benefits from Hiringa Energy's green hydrogen refuelling network.
  • TR Group emphasizes that government support has allowed them to offer these hydrogen trucks at competitive lease rates.
TR Group, a truck rental and leasing business in New Zealand, has recently introduced a new 50-tonne hydrogen prime mover to its rental fleet. The DAF CF 530 model underwent a hydrogen fuel cell conversion by local experts GBV. This prime mover is equipped with two Toyota 85kW fuel cells, totaling 170kW, along with a 124kWh battery system and 52kg of onboard hydrogen storage, providing an estimated driving range of 450-500km. Power is delivered through a 350kW/2400Nm electric motor paired with a 6-speed gearbox. The initiative to include a fleet of 20 hydrogen fuel cell trucks was made possible through a government-supported program in collaboration with Hiringa Energy, which operates green hydrogen refuelling stations. Hiringa Energy currently has three hydrogen fuel stations in operation and is working towards establishing more. TR Group has expressed gratitude for the government support, highlighting that it has enabled them to offer the 20 hydrogen trucks at competitive lease rates. This move signifies a step towards sustainable transportation solutions and emphasizes the growing importance of green energy infrastructure in the transportation sector.
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