Bollinger reveals chassis cab
US Electric vehicle start-up Bollinger has unveiled a chassis cab model to go with its B1 SUV and B2 pick-up.
The inordinately square Bollinger B2CC demonstrates the versatility of the company’s four-wheel drive skateboard E-chassis
The B2CC will be offered in a variety of wheelbases and as both a single-cab and dual-cab.
The B2CC is intended for use in a variety of applications, including a cargo truck, tow truck, tradesman truck, cherry picker or even an ambulance.
“The B2CC is an ideal option for municipalities, parks services, emergency response vehicles, airports, construction, landscaping, electricians, plumbers, security, non-tactical military, and more,” said Bollinger Motors CEO Robert Bollinger.
The B2CC is powered by electric motors on each axle that combine to produce as much as 425kW and 906Nm and are fed by a 120kWh lithium-ion battery.
The range between recharges is estimated to be as much aa 400km.
The B2CC should be able to carry as much as 2.3 metric tonnes and tow at least 3500kg.
Other features of the B2CC height-adjustable hydro-pneumatic self-levelling suspension, high and low range gearing and locking front and rear differentials should help the B2CC’s off-road capability.
However, the lack of airbags may put a few potential buyers off.
Like the B1 and B2, the B2CC comes fitted with aluminium body panels. The squared off style is meant to make body repairs easier.
Pricing for the B2CC hasn’t been announced but it certainly won’t be cheap. The B1 and B2 both retail for USD$125,000 ($190,000 Aussie). They are built in Detroit, Michigan, with on-sale dates starting in 2021.
The rival Rivian electric brand should also be rolling its R1T pick-up and R1S SUV in 2021, while the wild Tesla Cybertruck is also expected next year.
No word on an Aussie arrival date for any Bollinger models as yet.
