{
  "id": 11116730,
  "title": "BEML Unveils India's First Indigenous 60-Ton Electric Dump Truck, BH60-EV",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/beml-unveils-indias-first-indigenous-60-ton-electric-dump-truck-bh60",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-01T05:03:58.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/beml-unveils-indias-first-indigenous-60-ton-electric-dump-truck-bh60-ev"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mumbai, October 1, 2026 - BEML Limited revealed India's inaugural indigenous 60-ton electric dump truck, the BH60-EV, during a launch event at its Mysuru Complex. This new electric vehicle expands BEML's electric mobility offerings, presenting zero tailpipe emissions and high-capacity performance for challenging mining and infrastructure tasks. BEML had previously introduced a 35-ton Electric Dump Truck on April 10, 2026.\n\nEquipped with a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) paired with a sturdy gearbox and a 1,000 kWh high-voltage lithium-ion battery pack, the BH60-EV boasts a payload capacity of 54,500 kg. The truck features a rock body for carrying loads and a volumetric body capacity of 36.4 cubic metres. BEML asserts that the electric truck can slash operating costs by 40-60% compared to traditional diesel-powered alternatives, potentially curbing CO2 emissions by approximately 130 tonnes per vehicle annually, contingent on operating conditions.\n\nBEML CEO Shantanu Roy hailed the BH60-EV as a pivotal achievement in the company's quest for next-generation electric mobility in heavy-duty sectors. The vehicle underscores BEML's capacity to engineer high-capacity electric machinery suited to the rigorous demands of mining and infrastructure projects.\n\nThe company also offers a comprehensive charging station solution, compatible with existing site electrical systems and adaptable to fleet operations, enabling customers to embrace electric heavy-duty equipment with a customized charging infrastructure.",
  "summary": "Mumbai: BEML Limited announced on 1 October 2026 that it has unveiled India’s first indigenous 60-ton electric dump truck, the BH60-EV. The launch took place at the company's Mysuru Complex. Electric Mobility Expansion The BH60-EV advances BEML’s electric mobility portfolio, offering zero tailpipe emissions and high-capacity performance for demanding mining and infrastructure applications. The…",
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}