en.Wedoany.com Reported - Germany's MAN Truck & Bus and global firefighting vehicle manufacturer Rosenbauer jointly unveiled the world's first electric aerial firefighting vehicle—the Rosenbauer L32A-XS—at INTERSCHUTZ 2026 in Germany. This model debuts the new MAN eTGM pure electric dedicated chassis, deeply integrating pure electric chassis technology with zero-emission, ultra-quiet electric aerial operation systems.
The vehicle has a total mass of less than 16 tons and a rear axle load of less than 10 tons, making it the world's first model of its kind to comply with the load limits for firefighting operational areas in Germany. It meets the core performance standard DIN EN 14043 for 23/12 class fully automatic aerial platforms, enabling personnel rescue from a height of 23 meters within a 12-meter operating radius. At the trade fair, the first production model was officially delivered to its first customer—the North Rhine-Westphalia State Fire Service Academy (IdF NRW).
Andreas Zeller, International Sales Director at Rosenbauer, stated that mounting the L32A-XS electric aerial platform on the MAN eTGM chassis represents an unprecedented breakthrough. The vehicle combines Rosenbauer's proven and reliable aerial platform technology with the advantages of zero-emission, ultra-quiet operation, making it suitable for urban environments, airports, corporate fire brigades, and training scenarios, even allowing indoor operations. Friedrich Baumann, Executive Vice President of Sales and Customer Solutions at MAN Truck & Bus, noted that leveraging MAN's modular battery solution for electric trucks, which can meet load requirements from 12 to 50 tons, the new MAN eTGM chassis perfectly adapts to 16-ton superstructure modifications, serving as an ideal carrier for this pure electric aerial firefighting vehicle. Marcel Völkert, representative of the North Rhine-Westphalia State Fire Service Academy, stated that the academy is continuously promoting the application of electric technology in its training operations. This vehicle, weighing under 16 tons, can be deployed for regular duty without additional approvals or special inspections, marking a significant milestone in training and practical applications.
The Rosenbauer L32A-XS electric aerial firefighting vehicle, built on the MAN eTGM chassis, achieves local zero emissions and ultra-quiet operation while retaining full combat capabilities. It is equipped with the MAN eCD210 central drive unit, integrating an electric motor and the MAN TipMatic two-speed gearbox, positioned centrally on the chassis frame, delivering a continuous output of 210 kW (285 hp) and 800 Nm of torque. A high-torque mechanical power take-off (mPTO) provides power to the aerial platform. An emergency driving mode, specifically developed for emergency vehicles, combined with a powerful powertrain, further optimizes driving dynamics and achieves excellent acceleration performance. The vehicle is equipped with two lithium-ion battery packs with a total capacity of 178 kWh and a usable capacity of 160 kWh. In urban conditions, it can handle approximately 10 routine deployments (with a single trip distance of about 8 km) without intermediate charging; in suburban conditions, it can handle about 4 deployments (with a single response distance of about 20 km). DC fast charging supports up to 250 kW, charging the battery from 5% to 80% in just about 33 minutes.
With the L32A-XS electric model, Rosenbauer has comprehensively upgraded aerial platform technology for complex and extreme operational scenarios. The vehicle is specifically designed for confined and restricted space conditions, leveraging the XS compact design to achieve a minimal operating turning radius and high-precision platform control. The rescue basket can be smoothly raised and lowered steplessly along building facades, and the entire ladder system can flexibly rotate in narrow spaces, adapting to complex operational environments such as narrow alleys and high-density urban areas. A tiltable boom further enhances operational flexibility, facilitating platform placement near windows and obstacle crossing. A high-performance hydraulic system reduces setup time, and combined with Rosenbauer's proven longitudinal and transverse outrigger system and three-dimensional load monitoring technology, maximizes operational safety. The vehicle is equipped with six roll-up equipment compartments, with full LED lighting from the outriggers and work platform to the rescue basket. The rescue basket has a rated load of 500 kg (capable of carrying 5 people), and its full-opening door design allows for safe transfer of wheelchair users. The basket floor is standardly equipped with stretcher fastening points and a rescue stretcher to meet personnel transport needs; the basket integrates a water supply system and a mountable fire monitor, providing complete firefighting capabilities.
The MAN eTGM chassis is built on a modular battery electric vehicle (BEV) platform, with core components such as the high-voltage electrical architecture, thermal management system, and battery system also applied to the 12-ton MAN eTGL and the MAN eTGS and eTGX models with a maximum gross weight of 50 tons. This platform supports the eTGM with either two or four battery packs, offering a total capacity of up to 356 kWh and a range of up to 480 km, with energy recovery technology achieving efficient energy savings under frequent start-stop conditions. The chassis features standardized interfaces suitable for superstructures, optimized wheelbase, and a standard mechanical power take-off, making it an ideal choice for demanding superstructure applications like firefighting aerial platforms and various municipal operations.
About the Rosenbauer Group: As a trusted partner for fire departments worldwide, Rosenbauer develops and manufactures firefighting vehicles, firefighting equipment, rescue tools, and digital solutions for professional fire brigades, corporate fire brigades, and volunteer fire departments, while also providing preventive fire protection systems. Its sales and service network covers approximately 110 countries and regions globally.
About the North Rhine-Westphalia State Fire Service Academy: The North Rhine-Westphalia State Fire Service Academy is one of Germany's largest fire service training and continuing education institutions. Since its establishment, it has been dedicated to providing professional training for fire and rescue personnel, civil protection staff, and emergency management teams, helping them effectively respond to a variety of complex tasks and sudden disasters.
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