Olectra Greentech Limited is an Indian electric vehicle (EV) bus manufacturer, established in 2010. The company is focused on providing sustainable and environmentally friendly public transportation solutions, with a range of electric buses catering to various segments such as city, inter-city, and airport transportation. Olectra has partnered with global technology leaders to develop and produce innovative EV buses and has successfully deployed its vehicles in various cities across India, including Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Pune. With a commitment to reducing carbon emissions and promoting clean energy, Olectra is playing a key role in driving the growth of the EV industry in India.
With the successful achievement in the EV Bus segment, the company is now expanding its product portfolio by entering into the manufacturing of Electric Three-wheeler autos and ELectric Trucks for the Indian and Global markets. OGL has its manufacturing facility in Hyderabad, India. It is an ISO-9001:2008 certified company and its RnD center is recognized by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Govt. of India.
The company’s vision is to be one of the key pioneers in the EV Segment and to provide a safe and clean travel commute to their customers by developing environment-friendly Electric vehicles and connecting their customers with the next generation of innovative and modern travel.
Olectra has launched till now four different variants in the EV BUS segment, which are mainly used for the applications like intra-city, inter-city, and at-airport transportation facilities.
Features of Olectra EV BUS:
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All the buses are equipped with ITS system, which helps in real-time tracking of the bus, and video surveillance, which further helps the bus to be used for multi-modal transportation and smart city travel.
Have a dual-in wheek motor solution, with an integrated regenerative braking system, which helps to recover the 30% of the lost braking energy.
Comes with a fast charging system, which charges the battery from 0 to 100% SOC within a time of 2-3 hours
In order to maintain the safety of the passengers all Olectra EV Bus comes with the:
Disk break with EBS to stop the vehicle immediately in the emergency situation
Real-time vehicle tracking throughout the travel time.
CCTV surveillance
Passenger information safety system
Manually openable the door in case to escape from the bus during the emergency situation
Medical kit
Glass Hammers
Fire Extinguisher if in case the bus catches fire
Front and Rear air suspension
Monocoque chassis for a smoother drive experience.
Battery Technology Used In Olectra EV Bus:
The battery technology used in the Olcetra EV Buses is designed and develo[pped by state-of-the-art BYD technology, which has the following features:
UBS 2 standard
Temperature sensors in the battery to measure the cell level and pack level temperature
With a single charge, the vehicle can go up to 200km
Fireproof battery and fully electric drivetrain
Automatic fire extinguisher in battery pack
Electricity leakage sensors for batteries to hi tension wires
Battery management system to ensure optimal performance and continuous monitoring of battery parameters
Battery cooling system for maintaining the battery life.
Technical Specification Of Fast Charging Solution used in Olectra EV Buses:
Input voltage
Three-phase AC 380 V / 440 V
Input current
< 126A
Length/Width/Height
690 mm /400 mm / 200 mm
Net weight
30 Kg
Length of cable
3m
Protect function
Short circuit protection Over temperature protection Lighning protection
Housing protection level
IP55
Fast Charging Solution Parameters
Different Variants of Olectra EV Bus:
Olectra V2 Electric Bus:
The Olectra V2 Electric bus is best known for its applications like metro feeder heavy traffic congestion and corporate staff transportation. It comes with a very strong structural strength having a monocoque chassis. It also has front and rear air suspension and disk brakes. Provides a long range in one single charge which makes it even more suitable for long travel.
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Technical Specification of Olectra V2:
Vehicle dimensions:
GVM (kg)
9555
LxWx H (mm)
6900/7600 x 2160 x 3145
Seating Capacity
22 + Driver
Chassis:
Maximum Power
180kW
Maximum Torque
1500Nm
Transmission/Gear
Automatic Transmission
Brake System
Disk Brake with ABS
Steering System
Power-assisted
Suspension Type
Front and Rear Air Suspension
Tyre Size
215/75 R17.5
Battery:
Battery Specification
Li-ion Phosphate
Battery Electrical Regeneration
Available
Vehicle performance:
Range
Up to 200 km
Charging Time
3-4 Hours.
Max Speed (kmph)
80 (With Speed Limiting Device)
Bus Body:
Body Description
Meeting AIS 052 Specification
Door
Single Door
Air Conditioner
Available
Charging Adapter:
Charging ModeCharging Mode
AC Charging <= 40 kW
Input Voltage
3 Phase AC
Install Form
Wall-mounted
Safety:
Protect Function
Short Circuit Protection / Over-temperature Protection / Lightning Protection
Olectra iX Electric Bus:
The Olectra iX Electric bus is designed and developed for easy commuting on the roads of India. It comes with a very strong structural strength having a monocoque chassis. It also has front and rear air suspension and disk brakes. Provides a long range in one single charge which makes it even more suitable for long travel. It also supports regenerative braking.
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Technical Specifications of Olectra iX:
Vehicle dimensions:
GVM (kg)
13500
LxWx H (mm)
8900/2465 x 2930
Floor Height
650
Seating Capacity
31+ Driver
Chassis:
Maximum Power
180 kW
Maximum Torque
800 Nm
Transmission/Gear
Automatic Transmission
Brake System
Disk Brake with ABS
Steering System
Power-assisted
Suspension Type
Front and Rear Air Suspension
Tyre Size
255/70 R22.5
Battery:
Battery Specification
Li-ion Phosphate Battery
Electrical Regeneration
Available
Vehicle performance:
Range
Up to 200 km
Charging Time
2-3 Hours.
Max Speed (kmph)
70 (With Speed Limiting Device)
Acceleration
0-30 (kmph) < 10.5
Bus body:
Body Description
Meeting AIS 052 Specification
Air Conditioner
Available
Charging adapter:
Charging Mode
AC Charging <= 80 kW
Input Voltage
3 Phase AC
Install Form
Wall-mounted
Safety:
Protect Function
Short Circuit Protection / Over-temperature Protection / Lightning Protection
Olectra X2 Electric Bus:
The Olectra X2 Electric bus is considered to be the flagship Electric Bus of Olectra, which is designed and developed for easy commuting on the roads of India. Olectra X2 is considered to be one of the most economical, comfortable, and minimal maintenance electric bus in its segment. It comes with a very strong structural strength having a monocoque chassis. It also has front and rear air suspension and disk brakes. Provides a long range in one single charge which makes it even more suitable for long travel. It also supports regenerative braking.
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Technical Specifications of Olectra X2:
Vehicle dimensions:
GVM (kg)
18000
LxWx H (mm)
12000/2520 x 3340
Floor Height
400
Seating Capacity
39 + Driver
Chassis:
Maximum Power
180 kW
Maximum Torque
800 Nm
Transmission/Gear
Automatic Transmission
Brake System
Disk Brake with ABS
Steering System
Power-assisted
Suspension Type
Front and Rear Air Suspension
Tyre Size
295/80 R22.5
Kneeling Mechanism
yes
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Battery:
Battery Specification
Li-ion Phosphate Battery
Electrical Regeneration
Available
Vehicle performance:
Range
Up to 300 km
Charging Time
4-5 Hours.
Max Speed (kmph)
70 (With Speed Limiting Device)
Acceleration
0-30 (kmph) < 10.5
Bus body:
Body Description
Meeting AIS 052 Specification
Air Conditioner
Available
Charging adapter:
Charging Mode
AC Charging <= 80 kW
Input Voltage
3 Phase AC
Install Form
Wall-mounted
Safety:
Protect Function
Short Circuit Protection / Over-temperature Protection / Lightning Protection
Olectra CX2 Electric Bus:
The Olectra CX2 Electric bus is considered to be the flagship Electric Bus of Olectra, which is designed and developed for easy commuting on the roads of India. It is India’s first Electric coach bus with the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). Olectra CX2 is considered to be one of the most economical, comfortable, and minimal maintenance electric bus in its segment. It comes with a very strong structural strength having a monocoque chassis. It also has front and rear air suspension and disk brakes. Provides a long range in one single charge which makes it even more suitable for long travel. It also supports regenerative braking.
Technical Specifications of Olectra CX2:
Vehicle dimensions:
GVM (kg)
19500
LxWx H (mm)
12000 x 2550 x 3560
Floor Height (mm)
1175
Seating Capacity
45 + Driver
Chassis:
Maximum Power
360 kW
Maximum Torque
3000 Nm
Transmission/Gear
Automatic Transmission
Brake System
Disk Brake with ABS
Steering System
Power-assisted
Suspension Type
Front and Rear Air Suspension
Tyre Size
295/80 R22.5
Kneeling Mechanism
No
Battery:
Battery Specification
Li-ion Phosphate Battery
Electrical Regeneration
Available
Vehicle performance:
Range
Up to 250 km
Charging Time
4-5 Hours.
Max Speed (kmph)
100 (With Speed Limiting Device)
Acceleration
0-30 (kmph) < 10.5
Bus body:
Body Description
Meeting AIS 052 Specification
Air Conditioner
Available
Charging adapter:
Charging Mode
AC & DC Charging
Input Voltage
3 Phase AC
Install Form
Wall-mounted/ Base Mounted
Safety:
Protect Function
Short Circuit Protection / Surge protection/ Leakage protection/ Overload protection
Conclusion:
Despite the challenges faced by the industry, the company has continued to make progress and has successfully delivered numerous electric buses across the country. With a growing demand for sustainable mobility solutions, Olectra Greentech is well-positioned to capitalize on this trend and drive the growth of the EV market in India.
In conclusion, Olectra Greentech Limited is a promising player in the EV space. With a commitment to sustainability and a focus on innovation, the company is poised to play a key role in shaping the future of transportation in India and beyond.