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BEML Unveils India's First Indigenous 60-Ton Electric Dump Truck for Mining Sector
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News18•30-09-2026, 21:00
BEML Unveils India's First Indigenous 60-Ton Electric Dump Truck for Mining Sector
- •BEML Ltd launched the BH60-EV, India's first indigenously designed and developed 60-ton electric dump truck, at its Mysuru Complex.
- •The BH60-EV is a next-generation electric dump truck designed for high-capacity mobility solutions in mining and infrastructure, featuring zero tailpipe emissions.
- •Powered by a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor and a 1,000 kWh high-voltage lithium-ion battery pack, it has a payload capacity of 54,500 kg.
- •The electric platform is projected to offer 40-60% lower operating costs and reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 130 tonnes annually per vehicle compared to diesel models.
- •BEML also offers an integrated charging station solution and continues to expand its portfolio of advanced electric and sustainable heavy-duty equipment.
Key Questions Answered
The BH60-EV is India's first indigenously designed and developed 60-ton electric dump truck, unveiled by BEML Ltd at its Mysuru Complex. It features a payload capacity of 54,500 kg, a 1,000 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, and a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor to provide zero tailpipe emissions for heavy mining applications.
The BH60-EV delivers 40 to 60 percent lower operating costs compared to conventional diesel-powered equipment and can reduce carbon dioxide emissions by about 130 tonnes annually per vehicle, depending on operating conditions.
Before unveiling the BH60-EV model, BEML launched its 35-ton electric dump truck on April 10, 2026.
