UK-based engineering firm Viritech has launched its first modular FCEV drivetrain designed for manufacturers looking to "rapidly deploy" hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. The 'ready-to-run' powertrain, named VPT60N, has been described as "the culmination of a number of years of research and development" and has been developed so that it is ready for use as soon as required by a third-party company, such as a manufacturer or research body.
We are excited to make available to OEMs and Tier-1 manufacturers a viable, available and easily integrated fuel cell powertrain which enables vehicle manufacturers to accelerate the delivery of fuel cell vehicles on and off-highway.” The powertrain uses a 60kW fuel cell working with a 16kWh 400V battery. Both are combined with an electric motor producing 268bhp and 302lb ft.