Electrogenic Drop-in Electric Drive Kit for Land Rover Defenders

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Electrogenic has announced the launch of a revolutionary ‘drop in’ kit to convert working Land Rover Defenders to fully-electric power. The conversion kit, aimed at the agricultural sector and landowners, has been in development and extensively tested over the past 18 months on Worthy Farm, host of the Glastonbury Festival. The kit is designed to be installed by a suitably qualified mechanic and to be maintenance free. An electric motor is simply bolted to the Defender’s existing clutch bell housing, so the vehicle keeps all its gears. It packs 120 bhp and 235 Nm of torque – comparable power and torque to the original diesel engine. 52kWh of batteries are mounted under the bonnet gives 100+ miles of range on-road and considerably more when driving off-road or around a farm. As standard, the kit is equipped for 7.5kW AC overnight charging via a Type 2 connector. Faster charging can be specified as an optional extra. Electrogenic conversions retain the original Defender’s versatility and four-wheel-drive, while off-road ability is improved by the fitment of the electric motor. With readily accessible torque and linear power delivery, it is effortless to drive, even in demanding off-road scenarios. Towing capability is also enhanced by the electric motor’s instant and abundant torque, while dual-stage regenerative braking enables ultra-controlled, brake-free off-road descents.