Powering a Half Ton 4x4 Truck: How Many HP Does an Electric Motor Need?

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To power a half-ton 4x4 truck, an electric motor should ideally match the horsepower of the original gas engine for reliability. However, it may require slightly less horsepower due to electric motors providing maximum torque at startup, which is advantageous for moving heavy loads. A commonly suggested power rating is around 250 horsepower for effective performance. The comparison between electric and gas motors is complex, as torque characteristics differ significantly. Ultimately, selecting the right electric motor involves considering both horsepower and torque for optimal truck functionality.
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How many Hp would an electric motor need to reliably power a half ton 4x4 truck?

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Use the same power rating as the original non-electric motor, if that was satisfactory.
 
You can probably get away with a bit less - the limit on a truck engine is getting enough torque to get it moving, electric motors have maximum torque at startup so might be a better fit to a truck
 
you can't compare an electric motor with a gas motor.. so i should find a 250hp electric motor??... right

thanks anyways
 
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