eLandy Electric Land Rover Launched 2013

The first fully electric Land Rover has been developed and goes by the name of ‘eLandy’ – an exciting time for eco-conscious travellers.

This eco-friendly four-wheel-drive vehicle has been crafted with the intention of being used for safari game drives.

Above: A video of Land Rover’s electric safari game drive vehicle – eLandy

Electric Land Rover eLandy is born

The eLandy Land Rover has come into being thanks to a collaborative effort from Dutch technology firm Emke Engineering, Kafue National Park’s Mukambi Safari Lodge, and Greensafaris (a subsidiary of eVentures).

eLandy – Land Rover’s solar-powered vehicle

Charged using solar-energy, this fully electric Land Rover doesn’t have a noisy diesel engine, giving guests the opportunity to experience quiet, emission-free game drives. The eLandy is equipped with full off-road capabilities and reaches a top speed of 43 mph (70 km/h). This nine passenger carrier has a range of 56 miles (90 km) – not bad for an electric 4×4.

The responsible eLandy trend

Ellena van Tonder, Drive South Africa Sales Manager, says “True innovation – creating an eco-friendly vehicle that plays its part in responsible tourism. I hope the trend of using an electric safari vehicle catches on in South African lodges.”

Above: Land Rover’s electric eLandy

eLandy Specifications

• Fully electric Land Rover Defender One Ten to be used as Game Drive vehicle
• The vehicle is right-hand drive and can carry two drivers and maximal nine passengers
• Complete off-road capabilities
• Roughly 90% less maintenance than a gas powered car

Electronic Land Rover Technology

• AC induction water cooled motor
• Nominal power 50 kW, max. 70k W
• Nominal torque 200 Nm, max. 300 Nm
• 35 kWh High-density lithium-ion Iron phosphate battery pack
• 3000 cycles at 80% discharge
• Battery life of up to 200.000 km
• Features quick charge option from a solar panel system

Land Rover eLandy’s Performance

• Maximal speed 80 km/h
• Average speed 30 km/h
• Minimal range 90 km
• Maximal charging time 5 hours
• Vehicle efficiency 350 Wh/km
• Regenerative braking

A round of applause please for eLandy the Electric Land Rover with a green conscience.