Geely 18-Ton Methanol Reforming Hydrogen Fuel Cell Box Truck

In 2023, CO-WIN cooperated with Geely to develop an 18-ton methanol reforming hydrogen fuel cell box transport vehicle. The project placed methanol-to-hydrogen generation and fuel cell power on a commercial vehicle platform, creating a mobile application case for distributed hydrogen production and heavy-duty logistics.

The vehicle uses liquid methanol as the practical energy carrier and reforms it into hydrogen close to the point of use. This architecture reduces reliance on high-pressure hydrogen logistics while keeping the vehicle aligned with fuel cell electric propulsion.

• Vehicle model: DNC5188XXYFCEVGMP1.
• Overall dimensions: 12,000 mm long, 2,550 mm wide and 3,970 mm high.
• Cargo box dimensions: 8,200 mm long, 2,480 mm wide and 2,570 mm high.
• Gross vehicle mass: 18,000 kg; curb weight: 10,200 kg; rated payload: 7,670 kg.
• Maximum speed: 89 km/h; cab seats: 2.
• Axle load: 6,500 / 11,500 kg; approach / departure angle: 16 / 8 degrees.

As a mobile hydrogen production and fuel cell vehicle project, the platform demonstrates how methanol reforming can support heavy-duty transport scenarios where fuel availability, range, safety and operating practicality all matter.