Gayatri Electric School Van

The Gayatri Electric School Van is a purpose-built electric passenger three-wheeler for school and institute transport in India. It pairs a BLDC motor with a 48V battery pack in a D+5 layout designed for short daily routes.

Battery and range

The School Van runs on a 48V, 100 Ah battery pack (about 4.8 kWh) that delivers a claimed range of around 90 km on a full charge. Recharging takes about 6-8 hours from a standard socket.

Motor and performance

A BLDC motor rated at 1 hp (23.6 Nm torque) drives the rear wheels. Top speed is capped at 25 km/h, and the automatic transmission with 3x3 axle configuration keeps operation simple.

Capacity and dimensions

The D+5 layout seats one driver and five passengers. The van measures 3500 mm long, 1500 mm wide and 2000 mm high on a 2140 mm wheelbase, with a payload capacity of 400 kg and a 500 kg gross vehicle weight.

Comfort and ride

Leaf spring front and rear suspension smooths out uneven roads, while a 180 mm ground clearance and a 4200 mm turning radius help it negotiate school driveways and narrow streets.

Price

The Gayatri Electric School Van is priced from about ₹1.45 lakh (ex-showroom).