







Kögel Develops Semi-Trailer Specifically for Electric Tractors
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Trailer manufacturer Kögel Trailer has unveiled a new version of its Kögel Light Plus, specifically engineered to meet the unique demands of electric trucks. This "e-optimized" trailer is designed to mitigate common challenges associated with electric tractors — particularly regarding axle loads and payload capacity — improving the overall ROI for electric fleets.
Trailer manufacturer Kögel Trailer has unveiled a new version of its Kögel Light Plus, specifically engineered to meet the unique demands of electric trucks. This "e-optimized" trailer is designed to mitigate common challenges associated with electric tractors — particularly regarding axle loads and payload capacity — improving the overall ROI for electric fleets.
The new e-optimized trailer builds on the established Kögel Light Plus lightweight chassis, but incorporates a critical technical modification: the wheelbase between the kingpin and the first trailer axle has been shortened by 12 inches (30 cm). This adjustment shifts the weight distribution to reduce the load on the tractor's drive axle.

According to Kögel, this modification reduces drive-axle pressure by up to two tons compared to conventional curtainside trailers. Depending on the specific electric tractor being used, carriers can achieve up to four tons of additional payload over a standard trailer setup. Furthermore, if the trailer is equipped with a dynamic wheelbase control system, the payload capacity can be increased by approximately one additional ton.