eMobility

EV Transmissions
EV Transmissions
August 2019
Efficient technology for electric commercial vehicles
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Purpose-built electric design

Developed to aid efficiency, Eaton’s portfolio of This setup enables a smooth launch on grades of up to 30%,
compared with the approximately 10% grade limit of direct drives.
transmissions are helping to increase range, grade capability On grades of between 5% and 7%, the transmission can maintain
and acceleration for commercial EVs speeds of 80km/h (50mph), while at grades around 3% the system
can hold steady at 95km/h (60mph).
Leveraging decades of experience building industry-leading
commercial vehicle (CV) transmissions. Designed for light duty and heavy duty applications, the new
transmissions provide a maximum input speed of 4000-5000rpm.
Eaton’s EV transmissions are based on proven, robust and efficient The transmissions also improve acceleration by maintaining lower
layshaft architecture typical of automated manual transmissions gears when possible, providing maximum motor power and
(AMTs), but they do not have a clutch and shifts are synchronized efficiency at cruising speeds, and operating at higher speeds than
using the traction motor. traditional internal combustion engine transmissions. Additionally,
Unlike the direct-drive architecture that has long been the standard gears are optimized for typical electric motor performance and
in EVs, Eaton’s EV transmission portfolio offers significantly greater power curves for maximum efficiency.
efficiency at high speeds and increased torque at launch and Road test results indicate EV transmissions provide increased
low speeds. efficiency under normal driving conditions compared with a direct-
The EV transmissions feature lightweight countershaft gearbox that drive architecture.
boast a range of torque capacities and electric gearshift actuation
that allows for smaller electric motors.
The shifting strategy of the helical gears is controlled by the
Transmission Control Unit, which ensures quick gear changes and
maximum efficiency, extending EV battery range.

Eaton’s new technology solves the

primary issue related to direct-drive
architecture – providing high efficiency
at top speeds and increased torque at
launch and low speeds

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Why do EVs need transmissions?
Using a transmission in an electric commercial vehicle enables:

Superior performance Improved acceleration

on hilly terrain for highways and other “Drivers expect the same
high-speed applications performance as diesel, that’s
why we’re partnering with
Eaton on the HD 4-speed
transmission.”
OEM customer

Eaton’s proven EV transmissions improve

performance on grades, allow motors to
operate more efficiently and improve top
speed in a smaller and lighter package.

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EV transmissions
Benefit
Eaton’s proven EV transmissions improve performance
on grades, allow motors to operate more efficiently, and
improve top speed in a smaller and lighter overall package.

Eaton offers a variety of transmissions for electric

trucks and buses. With over a century in developing
safe, reliable transmissions, and a strong commercial
vehicle pedigree, Eaton delivers the efficiency
and performance required for these challenging
applications.

• Efficient motor use, extended range and/or reduced

battery size
• Improved performance on grades, improved starting
ability with a smaller motor, better acceleration
• Tailored to your application – bus, truck, variety of
motor pairings, custom shift calibrations

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EV transmissions key features

Integrated electric
actuation system SAE nodal mounts

Transmission
mounted control
module

Helical gearing

Direct drive top gear

SAE #2 motor
adapter

All aluminum
enclosure

MD EV 4 MD EV 6 HD EV 4**

# of forward speeds 4 6 4

Housing Aluminum Cast iron Aluminum

Max. Torque (Nm) 1200 1150 2600

Max. input speed (rpm)* 5000 4000 5000

Helical gearing   

Smart gear selection   

PTO N/A 6-bolt PTO Rear PTO

City delivery, beverage, City delivery, beverage, tourist bus, Beverage, tourist bus, yard tractor,
tourist bus, shuttle bus,
Typical EV applications shuttle bus, school bus, yard drayage, city dump truck,
school bus, city bus, logistics, tractor, municipal, city bus, logistics municipal, logistics, linehaul, refuse
yard tractor

Note: *Max input speed vocation dependent. **Start of production late 2025 - final specifications may differ.

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EV transmissions specifications & capacities
Medium duty 4-speed
Max. input speed 5000 rpm
Max. torque capacity 1200 Nm (Drive) & 850 Nm (Regen)
Dry weight 101.38 kg
Total length 420 mm (including output flange)
Oil capacity 7.5 liters
Maintenance intervals: 3 years or 300,000 km oil change

Ratio 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Overall

4.83 2.82 1.65 1 4.83

Medium duty 6-speed

Max. input speed 4000 rpm
Shift Controls Eaton proprietary shift control logic
Max. torque capacity 1150 Nm
Dry weight 170 kg
Total length 590 mm (with SPL90 yoke)
Oil capacity 9.2 liters
PTO 6-bolt
Maintenance intervals: 3 years or 300,000 km oil change (Bus/Vocational)

Ratio 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th Reverse Overall

7.05 4.13 2.52 1.59 1 0.78 6.75 9.03

Heavy duty 4-speed

Max. input speed 5000 rpm
Shift Controls Eaton proprietary shift control logic
Max. torque capacity 2600 Nm
Dry weight 192 kg
Total length 650 mm (including output flange)
Oil capacity 7L
PTO Rear PTO
Maintenance intervals: TBD

Ratio 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Overall

5.88 3.30 1.82 1.00 5.88
Note: *Start of production late 2025 -- final specifications may differ.

Learn more about Eaton's transmissions for electric commercial

vehicles by visiting Eaton.com/eMobility
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