SMRTR Science & EngineeringJun 22, 2026Interesting Engineering

Chinese mine deploys 140-ton EV trucks with giant swappable 770 kWh batteries

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China's Zijin Mining deployed 290 custom-built LK220E electric haul trucks at its Wulagen zinc mine, replacing diesel vehicles with 140-ton battery-electric trucks featuring swappable 770 kWh batteries that recharge in four minutes. Energy costs dropped dramatically, and the mine now runs over 80% on electric power supported by wind and solar.

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