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Two Chinese RVs on Howo T5 and BYD T5 chassis: batteries up to 28.5 kWh

19.07.2026 03:17 1 min 2 sources
k.sina.com.cn ZHO + 1 more
Two Chinese RVs on Howo T5 and BYD T5 chassis: batteries up to 28.5 kWh
Original source: k.sina.com.cn

In Brief

Kairuide unveiled an RV on the Howo T5 heavy truck chassis with a 20.24 kWh battery and Beijing registration eligibility. A 2024 BYD T5 RV with a hybrid powertrain and 28.5 kWh battery has also appeared for sale.

Two Chinese RVs on Howo T5 and BYD T5 chassis

Kairuide has introduced an RV built on the Howo T5 heavy truck chassis. It is powered by a 2.5L Weichai diesel engine (170 hp, 450 Nm), paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. The vehicle meets Beijing's "blue license plate" standard, allowing city use. Inside, it features a U-shaped sofa, an electric lift bed, a full kitchen with an induction hob and oven, and a separate bathroom with shower. Energy is supplied by a 20.24 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, 2600 W solar panels, and a 6000 W inverter. Water tanks hold 300 L fresh and 100 L grey water. The RV sleeps up to 6 people.

Separately, a 2024 BYD T5 RV has gone on sale. It has a 1.5T hybrid powertrain, 13,000 km on the odometer, seats 6, and is equipped with two lithium-ion batteries totaling 28.5 kWh.

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Chinese motorhome on Howo T5 chassis gets 20 kWh battery and Beijing blue plate eligibility

30.06.2026 k.sina.com.cn ZHO Original source

Sale of 2024 BYD T5 Motorhome

09.04.2026 sina.cn ZHO Original source

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