Publication

Power and Mobility (P&M)
2017

Saft’s Xcelion 6T® 28V Lithium Ion Battery for Military Vehicles

by Scott Ferguson; Candice Brenner; Jasmine Cox; Ben Foote; Nicole Ruth

Abstract

Saft has developed a competitively-priced lithium-ion replacement for the traditional lead-acid batteries for use in the next generation of military vehicles. Saft’s 24 volt Xcelion 6T® delivers power at high rate that surpasses the delivered capacity of two lead-acid batteries. The battery design is tailored to support high rates, even at extreme cold temperatures, to support the mission needs for silent watch and starting for military vehicles. The product is now industrialized and commercially available for integration in the next generation of vehicles.