The market-leading electric side-by-side. A 15kW (30kW peak) water-cooled motor, two battery variants covering 70–90km or 120–160km of range, regenerative braking and almost no servicing — with all the rugged Tuatara hardware you already know.
The eTuatara combines a quiet, instant-torque electric drivetrain with the same all-steel platform, 310mm clearance and serious carrying capacity as the petrol model — built for the toughest Australian conditions.
A permanent-magnet synchronous motor and lithium iron phosphate battery deliver clean, dependable power with minimal servicing — no air intake, no carburation, no exhaust and no oil changes. Regenerative braking gives genuine engine braking on steep descents and tops the battery back up as you work.
Both variants share the same 15kW (30kW peak) motor, all-steel platform, 310mm clearance and standard winch, hoist and diff locks — the only difference is how far they go between charges.
The everyday battery. Plenty for a full day of feeding out, fencing, orchard rounds or moving crew and gear around a site — plug it in overnight and go again.
The long-range battery. Built for big properties, back-to-back shifts and operations that can't stop to charge in the middle of the day.
Range figures are manufacturer estimates and vary with load, terrain and driving style. Not sure which one you need? Talk to us about your property.
Move quietly around stock, hives and the bush without spooking anything.
Charge from the grid or solar — running costs equivalent to roughly 30c a litre.
No oil, no filters, no exhaust, no carburettor — just keep it charged.
130 N·m on tap from a standstill for steep climbs and heavy loads.
Real engine braking downhill that puts charge back into the battery.
Step up to the 26kWh 1500E-3 for 120–160km between charges.
| Motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous, water-cooled |
|---|---|
| Rated power | 15 kW |
| Peak power | 30 kW |
| Maximum torque | 130 N·m |
| Rated torque | 35.8 N·m |
| Water protection | IP67 |
| Battery type | Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO₄) |
| Battery capacity | 12 kWh (1500E-2) / 26 kWh (1500E-3) |
| Charge time | 3–5 hrs (1500E-2) / 7–9 hrs (1500E-3) |
| Range | 70–90 km (1500E-2) / 120–160 km (1500E-3) |
| Transmission | Semi-automatic high/low ratio |
|---|---|
| Drive | Selectable 2WD / 4WD, diff lock each axle |
| Front suspension | Independent single A-arm (MacPherson strut) |
| Rear suspension | Independent double A-arms, dual coil springs |
| Brakes | Hydraulic discs with booster assist + regen |
| Tyres | 26″ CST high-grip 6-ply (15 psi recommended) |
| Chassis | Steel ladder frame, electrophoresis anti-corrosion |
| Length | 3,580 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,550 mm |
| Height | 2,065 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm |
| Ground clearance | 310 mm |
| Cargo tray | 1,600 mm L × 1,400 mm W × 300 mm H |
| Net weight | 1,100 kg |
| Maximum speed | Adjustable 10–50 km/h (default 40 km/h) |
|---|---|
| Rear cargo load | 550 kg |
| Front cargo load | 150 kg |
| Roof cargo load | 50 kg |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 kg |
| Winch pull capacity | 2,000 kg |
| Running cost | ≈ 30c per petrol-litre equivalent |
Range and charge times are manufacturer estimates under ideal conditions and vary with load, terrain and battery option. Specifications may change without notice — confirm exact details with us before purchase.
Electric Tuataras run clean and quiet, with costs equivalent to roughly 30c a litre and the option to charge straight off your solar.
No exhaust and no on-site fumes — safe to run in sheds, glasshouses and enclosed spaces.
Recharge overnight from the grid or straight off your panels — fuel you don't have to cart.
Won't startle stock, disturb patients or guests, or break council noise limits.
Recovers energy on every descent for more range and far less brake wear.
No engine oil, coolant or filters to change, store or send to landfill.
Cheaper per kilometre and far less to service than a petrol equivalent.
Because it's electric and emission-free, it goes places a noisy, fume-producing machine can't — indoors, after hours and around people.
Feeding out, fencing and stock work with serious payload and traction.
Silent, zero-emission transport for grounds, laundry and supplies around people.
Clean, quiet runabouts for terminals, hangars and airside maintenance crews.
Move people and gear around distribution centres, ports and yards — indoors or out.
Parks, sportsgrounds, campuses and cemeteries — gentle on turf and on the ears.
All-steel toughness and a 2,000kg winch for site works and access roads.
Tidy, emission-free transport for maintenance teams across large sites.
Quiet guest and crew transport that won't disturb the peace.
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The full operator's manual — specifications, safety, charging and maintenance.
Talk to us about battery options, range for your property and a demo of the 1500E.
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