Hydrogen powered trucks are making waves in the world of clean transportation, and the H2Rescue truck just set a new Guinness World Record to prove it.
This impressive vehicle, developed by Cummins Accelera in collaboration with the US Department of Energy and the Department of Defense, has traveled an impressive 3,000 kilometers on a single tank of hydrogen.
H2Rescue vehicle (Department of Homeland Security)
The record-breaking journey
The H2Rescue truck took off record trip in Californiawith 386 pounds of hydrogen fuel on board. Throughout the journey, it navigated rush-hour traffic, maintaining speeds between 80 and 90 km/h and operating in temperatures of 18 to 23 degrees Celsius.
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The truck’s performance was closely monitored by a Guinness World Records judge, who ensured the integrity of the test by shutting off the hydrogen tank before departure.
H2Rescue vehicle (Cummins accelerate)
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Impressive technology
The H2Rescue truck is powered by a Cummins Accelera fuel cell engine and a 250 kW traction motor. During its record-breaking run, it consumed 370 pounds of hydrogen, demonstrating the efficiency of hydrogen fuel cell technology. The most striking aspect of this trip? The truck emitted absolutely nothing but water vapor from its exhaust pipe.
H2Rescue vehicle (Cummins accelerate)
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Environmental impact
By using hydrogen instead of gasoline, the H2Rescue truck saved a whopping 664 pounds of carbon dioxide emissions compared to a conventional truck of the same size traveling the same distance. This demonstrates the potential of hydrogen vehicles in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change.
H2Rescue vehicle (Cummins accelerate)
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More than just a record breaker
The H2Rescue truck isn’t just about setting records. It is designed for real-world emergency scenarios. The vehicle can deliver 25 kilowatts of energy from its fuel cells for up to 72 hours without refueling, which is enough to power multiple FEMA trailers during critical emergency operations.
Weighing 33,000 pounds, the truck is built tough to transport essential supplies directly to disaster areas where infrastructure could be compromised. As an additional innovative feature, the truck produces approximately one liter of water per hour as a by-product, which, while not a huge water source, represents a small but intriguing potential benefit in emergency situations where resources may be scarce.
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H2Rescue vehicle (Cummins accelerate)
The bigger picture
The DOE estimates that replacing traditional emergency response vehicles with H2Rescue trucks could save approximately 1,825 gallons of gasoline per year and reduce annual greenhouse gas emissions by 2.8 metric tons. This demonstrates the significant potential of hydrogen fuel cell technology in heavy-duty transportation and emergency response applications.
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H2Rescue vehicle (Cummins accelerate)
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Looking to the future, hydrogen trucks like the H2Rescue are paving the way for cleaner and more efficient transportation. With zero CO2 emissions and impressive range, they are proving to be a viable alternative to traditional fossil fuel vehicles, especially in sectors that face decarbonization challenges.
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