Irizar Unveils Second Generation of Hydrogen-Powered i6S Efficient H2 Coach
Irizar has launched the second generation of its zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell coach, which recently passed type-approval and will begin real-world trials in Madrid this summer.
- 10 minutes
- over 1,000 km
- 2,500 km
What Happened
The Irizar i6S Efficient H2 FCEV features a hydrogen fuel cell and electric propulsion system designed for medium- and long-distance operations. Compared to the previous version, the new model offers increased luggage and passenger capacity, greater range, and reduced weight. It maintains performance and commercial attributes equivalent to conventional diesel vehicles.
First generation unveiled at Busworld
Completed a 2,500 km journey from Ormaiztegi to Briançon, setting a European distance record for a hydrogen coach
Second generation presented during SHYNE general assembly
Will begin real-world operations with Alsa in Madrid
over 1,000km
with refueling time of about 10 minutes
- Increased luggage and passenger capacity
- Greater range
- Reduced weight
Why this matters
The new coach offers a range over 1,000 km with refueling times around 10 minutes, making hydrogen a viable zero-emission option for long-distance coach travel.
Terms in This Story
- FCEV
- Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle, a type of zero-emission vehicle that generates electricity from hydrogen to power an electric motor.
- Hydrogen fuel cell
- A device that converts hydrogen gas into electricity through a chemical reaction, emitting only water vapor.
- Type-approval
- The process of certifying that a vehicle meets all regulatory requirements for safety and emissions before it can be sold or operated.
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