At the Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona, Irizar and FCC Medio Ambiente introduced H2TRUCK, the first electric chassis platform for heavy urban transport vehicles designed and manufactured entirely in Spain.
The vehicle features a hybrid system combining a hydrogen fuel cell with a lithium-ion battery, offering a sustainable solution for urban service vehicles.
The H2TRUCK platform is designed for 100% electric traction, with plug-in capabilities and a fuel cell that generates electricity through the chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen.
Although technical details remain limited, the prototype has already undergone real-world testing on waste collection routes across various Spanish cities.
The platform’s smaller battery reduces the vehicle’s weight, resulting in energy savings and increased payload capacity. Additionally, reduced charging times enhance the truck’s autonomy, making it more efficient for urban operations.
The operational prototype is a refuse truck, a three-axis 21 m³ lateral loader collector-compactor with a low, advanced cabin designed for urban environments. FCC Medio Ambiente, which operates a fleet of 20,000 vehicles, including 1,600 electric units, has already tested the vehicle in real waste collection scenarios.
“We are clear that the future will be multi-technological and we are ready for it. Proof of this is the Irizar ietruck,” said Imanol Rego, CEO of Irizar Group, highlighting the platform’s versatility and potential for various urban service applications.
