Verification Test of the Battronic Truck Volta Electric Pickup.

Abstract

The Volta Pickup is an electric 1/2-ton truck manufactured by the Battronic Truck Co. It was tested by MERADCOM at Fort Belvoir, Virginia as part of a Department of Energy project to verify conformity to performance standards of electric vehicles. The verification test results are presented in this report. The Volta Pickup is powered by 24 6-V lead-acid batteries, has a 38 hp series wound d.c. motor, SCR chopper controller, regenerative braking, and a 2-speed Helical gear transmission. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1982
Accession Number
ADA118741

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  • Edward J. Dowgiallo Jr.
  • Ivan R. Snellings
  • Robert D. Chapman

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  • Energy and Power Technologies
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  • Battery Chargers
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  • Electric Motors
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  • Electric Vehicles
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  • Verification Tests

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