History is being made in Australia’s renewable transport industry, with the nation’s first hydrogen-powered tilt tray truck set to go to auction this week.
From October 21-23, Pickles will auction a 2024 Hyzon fuel cell tilt tray, featuring a fuel cell system that converts hydrogen into electricity while an onboard battery provides external charging.
“This is an exciting moment for Pickles and for the heavy transport sector,” Pickles national manager of trucks and machinery Hugh Rainger says.
“We’ve never sold anything like this before. Pickles has already established itself as Australia’s largest reseller of used EVs, and now we’re stepping forward again by supporting vendors and buyers in the hydrogen space.
“This auction offers a one-off opportunity for fleets to trial hydrogen technology and accelerate their journey to decarbonisation.”
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With a driving range of 400km, the HyMax TT7 also includes an automatic gearbox, air-suspended cab and advanced safety features like lane departure warning and adaptive cruise control.
Refuelling takes around 15 minutes, making it highly practical for fleet operators looking to minimise downtime. The truck also incorporates hydrogen safety systems including leak detection and pressure relief, designed to meet international standards.
“This is a unique chance for fleet operators and logistics companies to get hands-on with hydrogen technology,” Rainger says.
“It’s a milestone that underlines our role as a trusted partner for vendors growing in the renewables space, and as a market leader in alternative energy assets.”
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