E-articulated buses for Hamburg to achieve target of zero emissions

Both fleets will be converted to zero-emission drives before the end of this decade, thereby reducing CO2 emissions in Hamburg by around 113,000 tonnes per annum. The use of an articulated electric bus alone saves an average of around 80 tonnes of CO2 annually compared to a diesel-powered bus. The transport companies have opted for articulate eCitaro G buses by Daimler Buses. The buses are 18 metres in length and provide space for 122 passengers including the driver, of which 38 are seated and 84 standing. By comparison, the battery buses used so far are 12 metres in length and offer space for 70 passengers while conventional articulated diesel buses have 33 seats and 116 standing places. 

The new e-buses will replace diesel vehicles on the Metrobus routes with high passenger volumes. The manufacturer has guaranteed a range just under 200 kilometres depending on the operating conditions. The eCitaro Gs have solid-state batteries, which have a high energy density and long service life. A total of seven battery packs with 441 kilowatt hours have been installed and can be charged at night in the depot. 

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