ATV News Polaris Ranger EV, Electric Utility The 2010 Polaris RANGER EV Electric-Powered Side-By-Side is the leader of the electric mid-sized side by side class.
Polaris Industries Get the electric advantage with clean, quiet and
green operation and lower carbon emissions. The new Ranger EV is a
quieter machine for operating around animals, never needs fuel,
requires very little maintenance, and works harder and rides smoother
than any other vehicle in its class. Plus you can completely avoid
petrol costs and the paperwork hassle of calculating the emissions of
your vehicle.
 With 30hp and a 40.2 km/h top speed, the
Ranger EV is the hardest-working, smoothest-riding, mid-size Ranger.
It operates cleanly and quietly with a 30hp/48V AC electric motor – an
exclusive for the category. The Alternating Current (AC) is more
efficient for low maintenance and extends range giving high
performance.
Ranger EV has the longest range in its class
with an 11.7kW maximum-power battery pack and three-mode system. The
High, Low and Max Range modes provide greater efficiency and overall
performance because the rider is able to switch back and forth for
maximum power or to achieve up to an 80 km range. Plugging a PURE
Polaris quick charge kit into a 240V AC outlet is all it takes to
charge up and be ready to ride.
The RANGER EV is ideally suited for
customers that want the hardest working, smoothest riding benefits of a
RANGER powered by the clean and quiet operation of an
electric drive system. The RANGER EV’s range between charge
cycles is perfect for customers that take relatively short trips and
have the opportunity to recharge the battery pack at the end of the
day.
MULTI-ACREAGE HOMEOWNERS AND FARMERS
(Includes wineries, hobby farms, horse
studs)
- RANGER EV is ideal for multi-acreage homeowners
that spend their day working around the estate or farm performing
chores that are made easier with the help of a Side by Side utility
vehicle.
- Easy to operate for the consumer that takes many short
trips. No more need to start and stop the engine every time the
vehicle is used.
- Easy to maintain and clean with no need for gas or oil
and will operate quietly around property.
- Ideal for horse owners or other large animal operations.
HUNTERS
 Perfect
for hunters that appreciate the clean and quiet operationof the RANGER
EV.- Off-road capability with 25.4 cm of ground clearance,
22.9 cm of rear wheel travel, and IRS to tackle the roughest terrain.
COUNCILS & UNIVERSITIES
(Includes fleet opportunities)
- RANGER EV may appeal to environmentally
conscious people and organisations that appreciate the clean and quiet
operation of electric power, but still need to perform “real” work.
- Class-leading range capacity, ease of operation and
massive towing/hauling capabilities.
POINTS TO REMEMBER:
- Regular charging is recommended. With approximately 2
hours of continuous pedal down drive time available, most users won’t
wear the battery down in a single day.
- With a maximum range of 80 km under ideal conditions*, RANGER
EV was designed to meet a typical duty cycle.
- Plug in the vehicle when it is not in use (typically
overnight) to ensure it is ready for the next day of hard work.
*Range estimates assume a fully
charged and conditioned battery pack. Actual range results are highly
dependent on driving style & drive mode selected, terrain, ambient
temperature, battery age, tire pressures, and installed accessories.
QUICK SPECS
- 30 hp electric motor
- Induction motor for low maintenance
- 40.2 km/h top speed
- 226.8 kg cargo capacity
- 567 kg towing
- 453.6 kg payload
- On-Demand AWD with VersaTrac
- ROPS Certified cab (OSHA ROPS 29CFR1928.53)
- Independent Rear Suspension (IRS)
- Class-leading suspension travel at 20.3 cm front
travel and 22.9 cm rear travel
- 25.4 cm of ground clearance
- Seating for two
published 30/07/2010 |