As the new energy wave sweeps across the commercial vehicle sector, the heavy-duty truck industry stands on the eve of transformation. As a powerful new entrant from a cross-industry background, Yutong Heavy-Duty Truck has resolutely anchored its strategic focus on the electrification track with a disruptor’s attitude. Leveraging its profound technical accumulation and forward-looking insights into green freight, it has risen strongly amid fierce competition, quickly establishing an undeniable position in the booming new energy heavy-duty truck market.
On July 29, 2025, the “Value-Led, Vision for the Future” Yutong Heavy-Duty Truck Full-Scenario New Product Launch Event was held in Zhengzhou. At the event, Yutong released a range of full-scenario heavy-duty truck models, further covering segmented markets, enhancing product competitiveness, and creating higher value for users in their future operations.
Unlike other multi-vehicle launch events the author has attended, the models released this time feature no repeated configurations – each one corresponds to different working conditions, with strong targeting for segmented markets. So, what are the configurations of these new products, and which working conditions are they suitable for? Let’s take a look.
Yutong T400
The first vehicle in the launch exhibition area is the Yutong T400 pure electric tractor, featuring a three-electric system composed of a 400kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, central-drive multi-speed AMT, and SiC (silicon carbide) integrated controller. Its biggest highlight is the full-vehicle lightweight design, with applications such as a keel chassis, flat-roof cab, and aluminum alloy wheels, bringing its curb weight down to 9.1 tons. For users engaged in transportation where freight is calculated by volume – such as coal, gravel, and bulk cement – carrying more means earning more. Taking coal transportation as an example, carrying one extra ton per trip can increase earnings by 200-240 yuan.
Among electric heavy-duty trucks, Yutong’s energy consumption is also below the average level, with a comprehensive energy consumption of approximately 1-1.3 kWh per kilometer and a range of over 300 kilometers. Based on fixed daily operations for medium-short distance sand and gravel transportation, with an annual operating mileage of 120,000 kilometers, the fuel-electric price difference can reach roughly 100,000-120,000 yuan. In favorable market conditions, the low curb weight and fuel-electric savings can generate a combined profit of about 200,000 yuan per year, allowing users to recoup their investment in two years and “save up” for a new vehicle in the next three.
Yutong T400RE Extended-Range Tractor
Yutong is currently the only manufacturer mass-producing extended-range fuel-electric tractors in the heavy-duty truck sector. The Yutong T400RE extended-range tractor adopts a “large battery capacity + small range extender” technical route, equipped with a 400kWh lithium iron phosphate battery and a Yuchai 90kW range extender system, with a 150L fuel tank for the extender. With a full charge and full tank, its range reaches up to 1,000 kilometers, completely eliminating range anxiety for new energy heavy-duty trucks.
In terms of application scenarios, it is suitable for short-distance, long-distance, and irregular route transportation. For example, if a vehicle has a 300-kilometer range but needs to travel 400 kilometers to reach its destination, with tight schedules or no charging stations along the way, the missing 100 kilometers can be covered by the range extender, and charging can be done upon arrival. This design of the Yutong T400RE extended-range heavy-duty truck fills the gaps of pure electric heavy-duty trucks for same-day round trips and mountain/mining operations.
Yutong Tianxing C331 Box Truck
Many express logistics parks are now focusing on carbon credits, and with intercity express transportation requiring cost reduction and efficiency improvement, many users have begun considering electric large single-axle trucks. Yutong Heavy-Duty Truck’s newly launched Tianxing C331 truck perfectly meets the needs of such users. Equipped with Yutong’s self-developed Shenlan 331kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, it achieves an actual full-vehicle range of over 400 kilometers, easily handling same-day intercity round trips or long-distance provincial trunk lines. The cost difference is significant: a large single-axle fuel truck costs about 1.5 yuan per kilometer, while the Yutong Tianxing C331 only costs 0.5 yuan. With daily operations of around 400 kilometers, it can save 80,000-100,000 yuan annually in fuel-electric costs.
The battery adopts an underfloor central layout to further lower the vehicle’s center of gravity. The chassis features a new design, and the upper body is manufactured with lightweight materials, resulting in a curb weight of only 9 tons – achieving the same weight as fuel-powered models. Additionally, it uses a high-power motor and an industry-first direct motor drive system to improve transmission efficiency. The cab, deflector, and multiple low-wind-resistance designs, combined with low-rolling-resistance tires, reduce the full-vehicle wind resistance to 0.397, making its energy consumption 20% better than the industry average. The overall performance of the Yutong Tianxing C331 large single-axle truck perfectly matches medium-short distance express transportation, with outstanding advantages in cost reduction and efficiency improvement.
Yutong Tianxing C331 Refrigerated Truck
New energy refrigerated trucks also offer immediate cost savings. Based on the Tianxing C331 truck platform, Yutong has developed a new refrigerated truck product. Through a new chassis design, multiple lightweight measures, and a one-time foam molding process for the cargo compartment, its curb weight is reduced to 9 tons – comparable to that of conventional 7.7-meter refrigerated trucks – helping users carry more and run faster. Being new energy-powered, this type of refrigerated truck does not consume excessive fuel for pre-cooling or temperature maintenance during parking, as electricity costs are far lower, saving a substantial amount annually.
Despite being a refrigerated truck, the Tianxing C331 refrigerated truck still maintains a range of over 400 kilometers thanks to Yutong’s powerful self-developed three-electric system and precise algorithms. Its battery uses an underfloor central layout to lower the driving center of gravity, making it safer even when transporting high-center-of-gravity goods such as hanging pork.
Yutong T400 Port Tractor
The port tractor market is a key driver of the shift from fuel to electric, but there are few products specifically designed for port tractors – most users purchase general-purpose 4X2 electric tractors for port use. Yutong’s T400 port version is precisely positioned for the port tractor market, adopting a 400kWh underfloor battery. While achieving a range of over 300 kilometers, it does not increase the vehicle length or chassis wheelbase, retaining the maneuverability of 4X2 models in tight spaces and avoiding rear window obstruction (preventing collisions during container lifting).
The port version enhances corrosion resistance for humid port environments, with full-vehicle electrophoresis and high-quality clear coat spraying, ensuring a bright finish even after long-term use. Equipped with a maximum 500kW motor and multi-speed AMT transmission, it has a curb weight of only 8.6 tons, easily handling common “double stacking” operations in ports. Yutong also prioritizes comfort – often overlooked in port tractors – with a high-roof flat-floor cab, driver’s air-suspension seat with ventilation and heating, standard multifunctional steering wheel and Bluetooth phone, and a widened rear bunk, providing drivers with a comfortable operating environment at all times.
Yutong D400 Dump Truck
Yutong’s dump trucks have always been noteworthy, and the displayed D400 dump truck features further enhancements, particularly in load-bearing and motor performance. The exhibition vehicle has an 8.5-meter “grid-style” cargo box, designed for heavy-duty work. Yutong equipped it with a rear suspension of 14 leaf springs + double U-bolts, and upgraded the rear axle thrust rod to a V-rod composed of double I-rods, enhancing load-bearing capacity and anti-roll performance. The motor is available in two power options: 450kW and 560kW peak power, paired with a climbing-specific 6-speed reinforced transmission, easily handling various working conditions without transmission overheating during heavy-load uphill climbs.
Given its heavy load, braking performance is critical. The Yutong D400 dump truck’s regenerative braking performance is improved by 40%, reducing brake intervention frequency during long downhill descents. It uses enhanced brakes, achieving a 19% parking slope with a full load, and a braking distance 10 meters shorter than industry products. This 10-meter difference can save multiple families on the road and turn the tide in extreme situations – invaluable for engineering vehicles.
Conclusion
Yutong’s launch of full-scenario electric heavy-duty trucks is not just an expansion of its product lineup, but a strong declaration of its commitment to the new energy track and market insights. By deploying across all scenarios, it aims to expand the boundaries of efficient zero-carbon transportation and consolidate its position as a core force in the new energy commercial vehicle sector. Yutong is already fully underway on its future journey!
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