Montra Rhino 5538 EV 4×2 TT Features 282 kWh LFP Battery, 380 HP, 2000 Nm Torque, 198 km Range per Charge
Montra Electric, the clean mobility arm of the Murugappa Group, has expanded its electric truck portfolio with the launch of the Rhino 5538 EV 4×2 TT. The company also introduced battery swapping technology for its Rhino range, aiming to boost operational efficiency for heavy-duty fleets.
The launch took place at Montra Electric’s eM&HCV facility in Manesar, alongside the inauguration of India’s first all-women monitored automated battery plant and a new conveyor line integrated with Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), marking significant progress in automation and localisation.
The event was attended by M.A.M. Arunachalam (Arun Murugappan), Chairman, and Vellayan Subbiah, Vice-Chairman, Montra Electric, highlighting the company’s commitment to India’s emerging electric freight market. The launch builds on the success of Montra’s first heavy-duty e-truck, the 6×4 TT, which has clocked over 1.2 crore km within two years of its debut.
Battery Swapping System
Montra Electric’s new battery swapping system enables a full battery exchange in under six minutes, drastically reducing downtime compared to conventional fast charging, which typically takes over an hour. Designed with a 7+1 configuration, the system can handle up to 160 swaps per day, supporting hundreds of trucks in operation.
Arun Murugappan, Chairman, Montra Electric, said, “With innovations like battery swapping for heavy-duty trucks and purpose-built platforms, we are making clean mobility seamless, reliable, and economically viable for fleet operators. This approach strengthens our vision of building a full-spectrum sustainable mobility ecosystem.”
Rhino 5538 EV 4×2 TT Features
The Rhino 5538 EV 4×2 TT comes with a 282 kWh LFP battery, delivering 380 HP and 2000 Nm torque, with a range of up to 198 km per charge. Designed for Indian roads, it features a 6-speed AMT transmission, robust chassis, and compatibility with multiple trailer types. The truck supports a Gross Combination Weight (GCW) of 55 tonnes and is priced at ₹1.15 crore (ex-factory) for the fixed-battery variant.
Additional benefits include a 10-year/9 lakh km AMC, 95% uptime guarantee, and advanced telematics support. The Rhino 5538 EV 4×2 TT will be available in battery swapping and fixed-battery variants, reinforcing Montra Electric’s position as one of the few Indian companies offering a full-spectrum EV range for logistics and mobility, spanning three-wheelers, small commercial vehicles, and tractors.
