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Windrose R700 EV vs Volvo FH Aero Electric
MODEL
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Models
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Class 8 Long-haul Semi-Truck
Variants: Tractor & Rigid (4×2, 6×2, 6×4)
Cab options: Sleeper, Globetrotter, Globetrotter XL |
LAUNCH
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Announced
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2025
May 2025 |
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Status
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Entering production, full deployment 2026
Orders open Q2 2026 |
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Base Price
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$250,000
$276,500 |
PERFORMANCE
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Power
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1,040 hp, multi-motor RWD
Up to 666 hp (490 kW), 2–3 motors with I-Shift gearbox |
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Torque
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2,200 Nm
2,400 Nm |
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Max Speed
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110 km/h (68 mph, limited)
Highway legal |
BATTERY
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Capacity
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729 kWh
360–540 kWh (4–6 packs), up to 780 kWh (8 packs) |
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Tech
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LFP, 800V system
New e-axle driveline, modular packs |
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Range
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416 miles (670 km)
Up to 373 mi (600 km) |
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Recuperation
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Yes (regen braking, details N/A)
Regenerative braking |
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Heat Pump
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AC Charging
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43 kW, ~9.5 hrs full |
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DC Charging
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CCS1 / MCS; ~400 km in ~35 min
250 kW, ~2.5 hrs full; MCS fast charge 20–80% in ~40 mins |
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Others
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Megawatt charging ready
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BODY
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Type
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Tractor unit, sleeper cab option
Heavy-duty long-haul truck |
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Platform
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800V EV truck platform
Volvo heavy truck chassis |
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Drag Co-Efficient
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0.276
Improved aero cab, camera mirrors |
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Weight
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Up to ~49,000 kg cargo capacity
GCW 44–48 t |
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Suspension
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Full air suspension |
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Wheels
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Standard heavy truck fitment |
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Towing
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Heavy trailer hauling (Class 8 standard)
Tractor-trailer compatible |
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Others
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Aerodynamic cab design
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DISPLAYS
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Centre
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Digital instrument cluster |
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Driver's Display
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Digital cluster (details N/A)
Infotainment screen |
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Others
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Fleet management integration
Camera Mirror System (replaces side mirrors) |
COMFORT
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Seats
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Driver + sleeper cab options
Sleeper & premium options |
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Roof
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Multiple cab heights (incl. Globetrotter XL) |
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Connectivity
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Fleet management, route scheduling, camera/radar/LiDAR support
Volvo connected services for route/energy planning |
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Others
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Climate tested, driver-focused comfort
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SAFETY
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Driving Aids
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Advanced ADAS (radar, cameras, lidar)
Adaptive Cruise, Lane Keep Support, Side Collision Support, Driver Alert |
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Self Driving
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Autonomy-ready (future Level 4 capable)
No, advanced driver assist only |
Note
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Others
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U.S. DOT/EPA certified
Designed for long-haul freight in diverse climates
Competes directly with Tesla Semi & BYD heavy EV trucks
Supports Megawatt Charging System (MCS)
Designed for long-haul parity with diesel payloads |
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