XCharge North America is supplying charging infrastructure for an electric aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicle operated by Dallas Fire-Rescue at Dallas Love Field Airport in Texas.
The project uses XCharge’s C7AM charging system to support a Rosenbauer Panther 6×6 Electric Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting vehicle. The vehicle is being deployed as part of Dallas Fire-Rescue’s efforts to introduce electric equipment into airport emergency response operations.
400 kW Charging System
The XCharge C7AM provides up to 400 kW of charging power through liquid-cooled cables.
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The system is designed to support the high-power and extended charging cycles required by heavy-duty emergency vehicles. XCharge said the charging infrastructure is intended to keep the electric firefighting vehicle ready for operational use at the airport.
Dallas Love Field handles almost 18 million passengers annually, according to XCharge.
Electric Aircraft Firefighting
The Rosenbauer Panther 6×6 Electric is designed specifically for aircraft rescue and firefighting operations.
Dallas Fire-Rescue worked with Rosenbauer as an early adopter of the electric vehicle, with the charging infrastructure forming an important part of the deployment.
Dallas Fire-Rescue Chief Justin Ball said the department has focused on adopting technologies that can support emergency response operations while meeting its operational requirements.
The department’s existing firefighting fleet includes Rosenbauer equipment, providing a basis for its involvement in the development and deployment of the electric Panther.
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Heavy-Duty EV Charging
The project demonstrates the use of high-power charging infrastructure for applications that require rapid and reliable access to energy.
XCharge North America President and Co-Founder Aatish Patel said electrifying frontline emergency vehicles can reduce reliance on liquid fuels in airport environments while supporting changes to ground operations.
The company said it plans to continue working with customers on charging applications for heavy-duty and specialized electric vehicles as fleet electrification expands across North America.
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