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SuperPanther Begins Series Production of eTopas 600 Electric Truck in Austria
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Chinese commercial vehicle manufacturer SuperPanther has launched series production of its eTopas 600 electric truck at Steyr Automotive in Austria. In late July, the first production 4×2 semi-tractor rolled off the assembly line. At the same time, the first vehicles were delivered to customers, marking the commercial debut of the electric truck across several European markets.
Chinese commercial vehicle manufacturer SuperPanther has launched series production of its eTopas 600 electric truck at Steyr Automotive in Austria. In late July, the first production 4×2 semi-tractor rolled off the assembly line. At the same time, the first vehicles were delivered to customers, marking the commercial debut of the electric truck across several European markets.
European Manufacturing in Steyr
While developed in China, the eTopas 600 is built for the European market through an industrial partnership with Steyr Automotive in Austria. Pre-assembled modules are integrated into final assembly at the Steyr plant, where Steyr Automotive also handles vehicle commissioning and quality assurance.
SuperPanther supplies core components, including the dual-motor electric axle, high-voltage power electronics, and thermal management system. Additional components come from European suppliers, including ZF, Schaeffler, Aumovio, Infineon, Michelin, Continental, and Goodyear.
The initial production vehicles were delivered to DHL, German transport and logistics provider Gress, Austrian company Temmel, and commercial vehicle service provider Lontex. According to the company, this kicks off commercial deployment of the eTopas 600 in Germany, the Netherlands, Austria, Poland, and the Czech Republic.
621 kWh Battery for Roughly 370 Miles of Range
Designed for a gross combination weight of 42 metric tons, the eTopas 600 has a curb weight of 10.8 metric tons. The dual-motor electric axle delivers a continuous output of 394 kW (536 hp) and a peak output of 692 kW (941 hp).
Power is supplied by a 621 kWh LFP battery pack from CATL. The 876-volt system is rated for up to 4,500 full charge cycles, with SuperPanther specifying a battery lifespan of up to 1.2 million kilometers (approx. 745,000 miles) or eight years.
Under real-world European operating conditions with varying payloads, the electric truck is expected to cover roughly 600 kilometers (around 370 miles) on a single charge without completely depleting the battery.
Real-World Testing Averages 1.51 kWh per Mile
Since March 2026, a customer test fleet in Germany and Austria has completed more than 70,000 kilometers (around 43,500 miles) in real-world operations, according to SuperPanther. Across various routes, payloads, and duty cycles, average energy consumption came in at roughly 0.94 kWh per kilometer (approx. 1.51 kWh per mile).
A software-defined vehicle architecture coordinates the powertrain, thermal management, power electronics, and energy management system. Featuring a low-temperature heat pump, the thermal management system is designed for ambient temperatures ranging from -35°C to +40°C (-31°F to 104°F).
Dual Charging at Over 600 kW
A key feature of the eTopas 600 is its charging system. The tractor unit features CCS2 ports on both sides of the vehicle, allowing it to connect to two charging stations simultaneously.
In field tests, parallel charging reached a peak output of up to 646.7 kW, with a consistently stable average charging power of 635 kW. Using two suitable CCS2 chargers, the battery can charge from 20 to 80 percent in under 38 minutes.
To support European operations, SuperPanther is expanding its service infrastructure in parallel. Maintenance and repair services will be handled through the Alltrucks workshop network, including 24/7 roadside assistance. This is complemented by service technician programs, spare parts logistics, remote diagnostics, and over-the-air software updates.