Nikola Motor Co. Sunday provided a few updates on the Nikola One tractor the company expects to road test next year.
Via its Twitter account, the company says it is planning a “huge party/event” for customers, media and partners when the truck rolls off the test assembly line in 2018.
The company also says the hydrogen fuel cell powered truck will feature a 6×4 configuration that is compatible with a dual or super single tires. The steer axle, Nikola says, will feature a nearly 60 degree turning radius.
The tandem driveline, Nikola says, was engineered to handle a 30 percent grade loaded to 80,000 pounds at 0 mph standstill takeoff.
Updates! 3- Nikola One will have 6×4 all wheel drive. Nearly 60 degree turning. Duals or super single compatible. Road testing next year.
— Nikola Motor Company (@nikolamotor) July 23, 2017
Updates! 2- Nikola ONE drive train made to handle 30% grade, 80,000 lb load at 0 mph standstill takeoff. More teasers to come…
— Nikola Motor Company (@nikolamotor) July 23, 2017